SLAM Engineer, Calibration, Mapping & Localization

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy production-grade SLAM systems for large-scale HD maps
• Design and implement robust 3D registration pipelines for real-world, noisy, and large environments
• Develop robust state estimation systems for localization handling real-world challenges
• Partner cross-functionally with perception, hardware, and autonomy teams to deliver tightly integrated solutions

Requirements

• B.S., M.S., or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics or related technical field
• 4+ years of industry experience in AV, Robotics, or embedded systems
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
• Deep expertise in 3D geometry and spatial reasoning
• Expertise in LiDAR and/or vision-based 3D registration (ICP, feature-based, loop closure)
• Experience with large-scale non-linear optimization
• Experience with state estimation (EKF/UKF, factor graphs, smoothing and filtering)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modern deep learning algorithms and frameworks
• Experience with multi-modal localization using lidar, camera, and radar sensors

About the Company

DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash working on building autonomous delivery robots from the ground-up and other automation solutions as part of DoorDash's core delivery platform.