Contoro Robotics · 2 months ago
Sr. Robotics Engineer, Perception
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expContoro Robotics is an Austin-based startup revolutionizing warehouse automation with cutting-edge robotic solutions. They are seeking a seasoned Senior Robotics Engineer specializing in perception and sensor fusion to drive the next generation of autonomous capabilities from prototype to production.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyMachinery ManufacturingRobotics
Responsibilities
Detect and estimate 6-DoF poses and 3D dimensions of rigid objects under occlusion and challenging lighting
Integrate and synchronize multi-modal sensors (cameras, LiDAR, IMU, radar/ultrasonic)
Perform extrinsic/intrinsic calibration techniques (hand-eye, LiDAR–camera alignment)
Implement lightweight localization methods (e.g., point-cloud registration, marker-based or feature-map alignment) within constrained, repetitive environments like shipping containers
Qualification
Required
5+ years of professional experience in robotics perception and sensor fusion, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role
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
Preferred
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)
Company
Contoro Robotics
Contoro Robotics combines AI and human intelligence with teleoperation.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$22MKey Investors
Doosan InvestmentSV Investment CorpVillage Global
2025-03-20Series A· $13.5M
2023-06-07Seed· $7.2M
2022-01-01Pre Seed· $1.3M
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