Full-Time
Senior/Staff Software Engineer
Localization and Mapping
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Gatik AI
51-200 employees
Autonomous transportation for B2B logistics
Senior
Mountain View, CA, USA
This role is onsite at our Mountain View, CA office.
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 6+ years industry experience writing C++ software in a production environment - architecture design, unit testing, code review, algorithm performance trade-offs etc.
- Experience in developing localization algorithms for autonomous vehicles or robotic systems, with a strong focus on lidar odometry and SLAM.
- Proficiency in C++ and Python, with hands-on experience in ROS/ROS2 and point cloud processing libraries (e.g., PCL).
- Experience with pose estimation, SLAM, probabilistic filtering, non-linear optimization and 3D data
- Practical experience in processing large-scale and real-world data
- Experience implementing mathematical principles effectively in software; experienced in Eigen, Ceres/G2O/GTSAM, Boost, etc
- Expert-level knowledge of SLAM - frontend and backend, point cloud registration, GNSS/INS
- Experience with sensor fusion techniques, particularly integrating Lidar, IMU, and GPS data for enhanced localization accuracy.
- Experience with performance optimization and real-time system requirements.
- Design, develop, and optimize lidar-based localization and odometry algorithms to improve the positioning accuracy of autonomous vehicles.
- Implement algorithms for sensor fusion, utilizing data from Lidar, IMU, GPS, and other sensors to create a robust, reliable localization pipeline.
- Develop and integrate real-time SLAM and point cloud processing techniques for both structured and unstructured environments.
- Collaborate closely with perception, mapping, and control teams to ensure the seamless integration of localization outputs within the autonomous driving stack.
- Conduct rigorous testing and validation in both simulation environments and real-world scenarios, focusing on challenging conditions like urban and unstructured environments.
- Analyze and debug complex issues in localization, implementing improvements based on both field test data and user feedback.
- Research state-of-the-art techniques in Lidar-based localization, keeping the localization stack up-to-date with advancements in sensor processing and computational efficiency.
- Contribute to performance benchmarking, tuning, and continuous improvement efforts to meet real-time constraints and increase system robustness.
Gatik AI focuses on autonomous transportation for business-to-business (B2B) logistics, specifically the middle mile, which involves transporting goods from distribution centers to retail locations. Their Gatik Carrier™ uses Level 4 autonomous technology to safely and efficiently move freight in both highway and urban environments. The company operates on a model called Autonomous Transportation as a Service (ATaaS), which enhances supply chain efficiency while prioritizing safety and sustainability. Gatik differentiates itself by collaborating with various stakeholders, including government and safety experts, to ensure their operations are beneficial for the community.
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$147.6M
Headquarters
Mountain View, California
Founded
2017
6 month growth
↑ 10%1 year growth
↑ 24%2 year growth
↑ 67%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Partnerships with major companies like Tyson Foods and Kroger validate Gatik's technology and market potential.
- The $30 million investment from Isuzu and the development of a new truck chassis for mass production by 2027 indicate strong future growth and technological advancements.
- Gatik's focus on safety and collaboration with government and local communities enhances its reputation and operational reliability.
What critics are saying
- The autonomous vehicle sector is highly competitive, with significant investments going to other players like Wayve and Motional, which could overshadow Gatik.
- The long timeline for mass production (targeted for 2027) may delay revenue realization and market penetration.
What makes Gatik AI unique
- Gatik focuses exclusively on the 'middle mile' of logistics, a niche often overlooked by competitors who target either last-mile or long-haul routes.
- Their Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is designed for both highway and urban environments, offering versatility that many competitors lack.
- The company's ATaaS model allows for rapid scaling and integration into existing supply chains, providing a unique value proposition in terms of cost-efficiency and sustainability.
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Benefits
Very competitive salaries and stock options
Medical, dental and vision benefits which go above and beyond
Company building events throughout the year, including an annual company retreat
Pet friendly offices
Catered lunches and snacks throughout the week
Stunning, spacious offices in the US and Canada