Senior Robotics Software Engineer (Up to $200k)

Attis; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Generous PTO

Equity options

Job summary

Attis is seeking a Robotics Engineer in Los Angeles to develop advanced localization systems for lunar rovers. This hands-on role involves using sensor data in GPS-denied environments and testing prototypes outdoors.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of programming experience in Python or C++ and a strong background in localization techniques like SLAM and EKF. The position offers competitive salary, equity options, and generous health benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years programming in Python and/or C/C++.
• Experience building software for real robotic systems.
• Strong background in localization techniques like SLAM and EKF.

Responsibilities

• Develop localization systems using IMU, LIDAR, cameras, and sensor fusion.
• Test and validate systems on real rover prototypes.
• Collaborate with autonomy teams across planning and perception.

Skills

Python programming

C/C++ programming

Localization techniques

SLAM

LIDAR

Sensor fusion

Tools

ROS

Gazebo

Job description

My client is developing robotic systems designed to operate on the Moon, with the long-term goal of enabling a sustainable human presence beyond Earth. Their technology focuses on extracting lunar resources and converting them into usable fuel for future space missions.

Alongside this, they are building advanced solar systems for commercial space applications, giving them both near-term traction and a bold long-term vision.

The Role

This role is focused on one of the hardest problems in robotics: localization in GPS-denied environments.

You’ll take ownership of building the systems that allow lunar rovers to accurately determine their position using sensor data in extreme conditions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing localization systems using IMU, LIDAR, cameras, and sensor fusion
• Applying techniques such as SLAM, EKF, and INS
• Testing and validating systems on real rover prototypes in outdoor environments
• Running simulations using tools like Gazebo and real terrain datasets
• Iterating quickly based on real-world performance and failure modes
• Collaborating with autonomy teams across planning and perception

This is a highly hands-on role where you’ll be working across the full lifecycle — from design to real-world deployment.

Requirements

• 5+ years programming in Python and/or C/C++
• Experience building software for real robotic systems (not just simulation)
• Strong background in localization (SLAM, EKF, INS, etc.)
• Experience in GPS-denied or similar environments
• Eligibility to work under US export regulations

Nice to Have

• Experience with ground robots or autonomous vehicles
• LIDAR or vision-based localization (e.g., VSLAM, visual odometry)
• Familiarity with ROS / ROS2 and simulation tools
• Salary up to 200k + equity
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO
• Opportunity to work on real-world systems targeting lunar deployment

Keywords: Robotics Engineer, Autonomy Engineer, SLAM, Localization, C++, Python, ROS, LIDAR, Sensor Fusion, Autonomous Systems