Sr Perception Engineer

Ranpak Corporation; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 137,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Ranpak Corporation in Shelton, CT is seeking a Senior Perception Engineer to develop advanced software modules for robotic perception systems. The role requires hands-on C++ work and deep knowledge of OpenCV, PCL, and ROS within Unix/Linux environments.

You will contribute to production-ready software, optimize algorithms, and collaborate across teams to push the boundaries of perception technology in real-world applications. A Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in engineering are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 4+ years of engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience developing robotics and machine perception systems in C++.
• Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
• 3+ years of experience with OpenCV and the Point Cloud Library (PCL).
• Proficient in modern C++ with RAII, STL, templates, and contemporary language features.
• Proficient in Unix/Linux environments.
• Experience building robust, production-grade software systems.
• Experience maintaining and extending large-scale software libraries.
• Proficient with ROS and other robotics middleware frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with parallel computing technologies (TBB, CUDA).
• Strong background in linear algebra libraries such as Eigen.
• Background applying machine learning techniques to real-world problems.
• Proficient with modern version control workflows using Git.
• Familiar with agile development practices and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced software modules for robotic perception systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate perception components.
• Maintain and extend large perception libraries and systems.

Skills

C++

Robotics & perception

Unix/Linux

Data structures & algorithms

Agile & CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics Engineering, or related field

Tools

OpenCV

PCL

ROS

Git

CUDA

TBB

Eigen

Job description

Ranpak Corp. seeks a Sr. Perception Engineer, in Shelton, CT, to develop advanced software modules for robotic perception systems.

Qualifications

• Position requires a Bachelor of Science (or foreign equ) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics Engineering or closely related field plus 4 years of experience as an Engineer.
• hands on experience developing robotics and machine perception systems in C++
• knowledge in data structures and algorithms
• 3 years of experience with OpenCV and the Point Cloud Library (PCL)
• proficient in Modern C++ with deep understanding of RAII, STL, templates, and contemporary language features
• proficient in Unix/Linux environments
• skilled in developing robust, production ready software systems
• experienced in maintaining and extending large scale software libraries
• proficient with ROS and other robotics middleware frameworks
• hands on experience with parallel computing technologies, including TBB and CUDA
• strong command of linear algebra libraries such as Eigen
• background in applying machine learning techniques to real world problems
• proficient with modern version control workflows using Git
• familiar with agile development practices and CI/CD pipelines.

Salary & Benefits

Position offers $152,337/year plus standard company benefits.