Jr./Sr. level Robotics Engineer, Perception

The role

This person will drive next generation autonomous capabilities from prototype to production. They will work on perception, sensor fusion, and localization for warehouse automation technology.

What you will do

• Detect and estimate 6-DoF poses and 3D dimensions of rigid objects under occlusion and challenging lighting.
• Integrate and synchronize multi-modal sensors including cameras, LiDAR, IMU, and radar/ultrasonic.
• Perform extrinsic/intrinsic calibration techniques.
• Implement lightweight localization methods within constrained, repetitive environments like shipping containers.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in robotics perception and sensor fusion, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role for the Sr level.
• Min. bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field/equivalent industry experience.
• Proficient in C++ (modern standards), Python, and ROS 1/ROS 2.
• Hands-on with industrial 3D cameras, LiDARs, IMUs, radar sensors, and synchronized data acquisition.
• Deep understanding of multi-sensor calibration techniques (e.g., hand-eye, LiDAR–camera extrinsics).
• Strong background in both deep-learning (e.g. YOLO, Mask R-CNN) and classical vision (feature matching, PnP, RANSAC) toolchains.
• Proficiency with OpenCV, PCL, Open3D for real-time image and point-cloud processing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication—capable of presenting complex technical concepts clearly to cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• Exposure to SLAM-lite or marker-based mapping approaches (AprilTags, ArUco).
• Prior work with cloud-based monitoring/logging (AWS RoboMaker, Azure IoT).

Benefits

• health, vision, dental
• 401k match
• health & wellness program
• continuous education
• Free Office Snacks
• Flexible Work hours
• Entertainment Area (ping pong)
• Pet friendly office
• Employee Recognition Program (nectarHR)

About the company

Contoro Robotics is an Austin-based startup revolutionizing warehouse automation with an autonomous truck unloading solution. The company aims to solve labor challenges through advanced robotic solutions.