Robotics Engineer (UAV)
Archangel Imaging
- Oxford
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Developing, optimising, and maintaining algorithms for our drone autonomy products using ROS
- Integrating new sensors and AI-sourced inputs into the system and maintaining the interfaces
- Building the interfaces for communicating with UxVs, including third-party autopilot interactions
- Establishing and automating testing procedures to ensure the stability of autonomy components
- Continuous improvement of the performance and efficiency of the autonomy components
- Close collaboration with the team to ensure full system visibility and functionality
- A degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related subject
- A sound understanding of the fundamentals of drones and UxVs (sensors, actuators, control theory, navigation, autopilots, etc.)
- Strong understanding of open-source protocols and frameworks commonly used in UxVs (MAVLink, PX4, Ardupilot, etc.)
- Proficiency with Python and C++, experience working in a large collaborative codebase
- Experience with ROS2 or ROS
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Experience with computer vision based positioning and navigation in UxVs (Visual Odometry, SLAM)
- Experience with simulation tools (Gazebo, X-Plane, Airsim, Unreal, etc.)
- Familiarity with optical sensors and solutions
- Experience designing and validating complex robotic systems
- Basic rapid prototyping skills (PCB design, CAD, 3D printing, etc.)
- Familiarity with edge-deploying code on low SWaP computers
- Demonstrated delivery of functioning robotic systems
- The ability to make a measurable difference in the creation of cutting-edge technology in a rapidly growing start-up
- Fast-paced environment with a world-class, positive, talented, and high-achieving team
- Forward-thinking, supportive culture with company retreats and strategic alignment
- World-class growth opportunities and training resources Including self-development days and training to be a drone pilot
- Merit-based compensation
- 5% employer pension contribution
- 25 days holiday + UK bank holidays
- A variety of perks that are evolving: Free Monday team lunch, Cycle2work scheme, plus many more in the works!