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A leading robotics technology company is seeking a Senior Robotics Software Engineer with deep expertise in Localization and Autonomous Navigation to support the continued advancement of its next-generation robotic platforms. This is a highly visible engineering role working alongside perception, planning, controls, and simulation teams to improve autonomous system performance and reliability across a growing robotics platform.

Senior Robotics Software Engineer – LocalizationA leading robotics technology company is seeking a Senior Robotics Software Engineer with deep expertise in Localization and Autonomous Navigation to support the continued advancement of its next-generation robotic platforms. This role is heavily focused on robot positioning, mapping, sensor fusion, and localization accuracy within complex real-world environments.This is a highly visible engineering role working alongside perception, planning, controls, and simulation teams to improve autonomous system performance and reliability across a growing robotics platform.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design, develop, and optimize localization systems for autonomous mobile robots</li><li>Improve robot positioning accuracy using sensor fusion and state estimation techniques</li><li>Develop and maintain SLAM, mapping, and localization software components</li><li>Integrate and process data from LiDAR, cameras, IMUs, wheel odometry, GPS, and other robotic sensors</li><li>Analyze robot logs and debug localization drift, mapping inconsistencies, and navigation issues</li><li>Collaborate with perception, planning, and controls engineers on full autonomy stack integration</li><li>Support simulation, replay, testing, and validation of localization performance</li><li>Contribute to software architecture, code reviews, and engineering best practices</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field</li><li>5+ years of professional robotics software engineering experience</li><li>Strong modern C++ development experience (C++11/14/17)</li><li>Strong experience with ROS / ROS2 and Linux environments</li><li>Hands-on experience with:</li><li>Localization systems</li><li>SLAM</li><li>Mapping and navigation</li><li>Sensor fusion</li><li>State estimation</li><li>Experience working with robotic sensors including LiDAR, IMUs, cameras, and odometry systems</li><li>Strong understanding of autonomous robotics software architectures and real-time systems</li></ul>Additional Information<ul><li>Full-time permanent opportunity</li><li>Hybrid work schedule</li><li>Competitive compensation package</li><li>Full suite of health, dental, and vision benefits</li><li>401(k) retirement plan</li><li>Opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous robotics technology deployed in real-world environments</li></ul> salary, health, retirement package

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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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