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You will lead the evolution of our state estimation software — reducing reliance on fiducial markers, improving robustness to real-world conditions, and expanding these capabilities to new product lines including Wearables. This is a hands-on, deeply technical role for someone who thrives at the intersection of rigorous math and production deployment — designing creative solutions that meet hard constraints, then seeing them through to the field.

About UsAre you ready to build the future of supply chain? At Gather AI, we're not just creating software; we're pioneering a new era of warehouse intelligence. We've developed a groundbreaking, vision-powered platform that uses autonomous drones and existing equipment to capture real-time data, completely digitizing workflows that have historically been manual and error-prone. This means facilities operate smarter, safer, and more efficiently, ultimately redefining "on-time, in full" delivery.If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to truly transformative technology and make a significant impact in a vital industry, Gather AI is the place for you. We're leading the charge in the rapidly evolving robotics industry, and we invite you to join us in reshaping the global supply chain, one intelligent warehouse at a time.About the TeamOur Autonomy team works at the frontier of real-world robotics — building and deploying systems that navigate, perceive, and act in complex, uncontrolled warehouse environments. The team spans drone autonomy, perception, and MHE Vision, and operates across multiple active product lines with production deployments at customer sites. It's a small, senior group where individual contributions are immediately visible and where the hardest problems are also the most important ones.About the RoleWe are looking for a Staff Robotics Engineer – State Estimation to take ownership of one of the most critical subsystems in our product: localization and state estimation across our drone and MHE Vision platforms. You will lead the evolution of our state estimation software — reducing reliance on fiducial markers, improving robustness to real-world conditions, and expanding these capabilities to new product lines including Wearables.This is a hands-on, deeply technical role for someone who thrives at the intersection of rigorous math and production deployment — designing creative solutions that meet hard constraints, then seeing them through to the field.What You'll Do<ul><li>Lead state estimation across the drone platform and MHE Vision, evolving systems to be robust to vibration, variable lighting, and damaged or missing fiducial markers</li><li>Reduce dependency on Aruco tags by designing and implementing improved localization approaches that operate reliably with fewer or no fiducial markers</li><li>Take ownership of the Slamcore system for MHEV, managing both technical performance and the ongoing vendor relationship</li><li>Design new state estimation methods, implement them in production C++ and Python, and iterate based on field data and real-world edge cases</li><li>Extend state estimation capabilities to Wearables by end of year, contributing to the next generation of Gather AI's product portfolio</li><li>Collaborate closely with the autonomy and perception teams to ensure state estimation integrates with flight planning, sensor pipelines, and broader system constraints</li></ul>What You'll Need<ul><li>10+ years of engineering experience with hands-on deployment of state estimation or autonomy systems in real-world, uncontrolled environments</li><li>Deep expertise in filtering techniques (EKF and variants), SLAM, and VIO — with production experience, not just academic familiarity</li><li>Proficiency with optimization libraries such as GTSAM and Ceres</li><li>Strong C++ and Python skills for implementing and deploying production robotics systems</li><li>BS or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Computer vision and image processing experience</li><li>Familiarity with functional safety standards and safety-critical systems</li><li>Experience in GPS-denied indoor environments such as aerial systems or warehouses</li><li>Experience mentoring or leading other engineers in a robotics context</li></ul>

Gather AI

Staff Robotics Engineer - State Estimation

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

C++ Programming Language

Computer Science

Computer Vision

Engineering

Flight Planning

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Image Processing

Localization

Mathematics

Mentoring

Multiplatform/Cross-Platform

Production Systems

Python Programming/Scripting Language

Robotics

Safety Standards

Safety Systems

Supply Chain

Technical Leadership

Time Management

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

Vendor/Supplier Relations

Warehousing

Wearables

GreenHouseAPI

OTHER

If you are a passionate robotics software engineer ready to build production-grade localization solutions for autonomous systems within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 500 company — let’s talk! You will work within a technical localization team led by an Architect and Program Manager, collaborating closely with fellow software engineers focused on autonomous systems.

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Senior Robotics Software Engineer (State Estimation & Navigation) to join our team in Mossville, IL! We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you are a passionate robotics software engineer ready to build production-grade localization solutions for autonomous systems within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 500 company — let’s talk!<h3>Position Overview</h3>We are seeking a Senior Robotics Software Engineer to join a new addition to our localization team, fully on-site in Mossville, IL. You will focus on software development for positioning and localization — prototyping and bringing to production algorithms that enable autonomous and semi-autonomous systems to localize robustly within their environment. This includes estimating position and altitude absolutely and relative to terrain features and static or mobile equipment, implementing filters using perception-based, inertial, and GNSS inputs. You will work within a technical team led by an Architect and Program Manager, collaborating with and mentoring fellow localization team members. Work is primarily office-based with occasional time in labs or at the Proving Grounds.<h3>Key Contributions & Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Research, design, and develop production-quality C++ localization algorithms and software, including design documentation, coding, product quality assurance, and validation.</li><li>Contribute to requirements generation and architecture design for the localization system.</li><li>Implement and validate state estimation filters using perception-based, inertial, and GNSS inputs to enable robust localization in autonomous systems.</li><li>Support functional safety software design and validation processes.</li><li>Collaborate with and mentor localization team members; take ownership of moving ideas from prototype through to production.</li><li>Identify and document problems, analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches, and apply structured diagnostic tools to drive resolution.</li></ul><h3>Team Structure & Work Environment</h3><ul><li>You will work within a technical localization team led by an Architect and Program Manager, collaborating closely with fellow software engineers focused on autonomous systems.</li><li>Work environment is primarily office-based with occasional time in labs or at the Proving Grounds. This is a fully on-site role in Mossville, IL — remote work is not available for this position.</li></ul>RequirementsCandidate RequirementsEducation & Experience<ul><li>5+ years of relevant experience required; 2+ years accepted with a Master’s degree.</li><li>Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited institution required.</li><li>Internship experience may be counted toward the required years of experience.</li><li>Comparable backgrounds include Software Developer in Robotics or similar autonomous systems engineering roles</li></ul>Top 3 Skills<ul><li>Excellence in developing production-grade C++ software.</li><li>Proven ability to discover, analyze, and resolve complex software or application problems.</li><li>Ability to analyze risks and benefits of alternative technical approaches and drive decisions to resolution.</li></ul>Required Technical Skills<ul><li>Proficiency in C++ (expert level) and Python; strong engineering practices including debugging and profiling.</li><li>Knowledge of Inertial Measurement Technology and State Estimation.</li><li>Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle including interpreting product development plans and functional documentation.</li><li>Advanced technical troubleshooting skills — able to analyze code, logs, and current systems and document solving processes and tools used.</li></ul>Desired Technical Skills<ul><li>5+ years of Robotics or Autonomous Systems experience with deep technical domain expertise.</li><li>Proven experience implementing filtering solutions including Error State, Kalman, and Extended Kalman filters.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of Inertial-Based Navigation and/or Guidance Systems.</li><li>Experience with localization including SLAM approaches, graph optimization libraries, and overall state estimation.</li><li>Knowledge of robotics frameworks such as Robot Operating System (ROS).</li><li>Strong foundation in mathematics including 3D geometry, linear algebra, and statistical error modeling (Gauss Markov Processes).</li><li>Ability to work across coordinate system references and perform transformations between them.</li><li>Ability to survey research literature and convert papers into production implementations.</li><li>Understanding of physics-based modeling, vehicle modeling, and dynamics.</li></ul>Required Soft Skills<ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills; supports team collaboration when solving complex problems.</li><li>Takes ownership of moving ideas from prototype to production; adaptable across various phases of the development lifecycle.</li><li>High attention to detail in all aspects of software design, documentation, and validation.</li></ul>Desired Soft Skills<ul><li>Takes initiative to independently research and prototype new approaches.</li><li>Systems thinking — able to see how individual components interact within a broader autonomous architecture.</li><li>Resilient and persistent when encountering complex, ambiguous technical challenges</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>401(k)</li></ul><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Vision Insurance</li><li>Disability insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Paid Holidays</li></ul>Please follow the link to our website for a list of job openings in Engineering, IT, Project Management, and more! <a class="external" href="https://www.dsnworldwide.com" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">https://www.dsnworldwide.com</a>Salary expectations: 100,000-113,000 per annual

Founded in 1989, Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) provides IT, engineering, and enterprise solutions to Fortune 500 companies and state/federal government agencies, particularly those in industrial manufacturing, insurance and human services. DSN is a certified Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) by both the Women&rsquo;s Business Enterprise National Council (WNENC) and the State of Illinois, as well as a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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