WingXpand · 2 months ago
Experienced Drone Robotics Perception AI / ML Software Developer
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expWingXpand is a rapidly growing startup focused on autonomous systems, creating innovative drone technology. They are seeking an experienced drone perception AI/ML software developer responsible for designing and implementing algorithms for navigation, mapping, and perception for their drone platforms.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningManufacturingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop and implement algorithms for navigation, mapping, perception, and decision-making
Integrate software systems with drone hardware, including onboard sensors
Integrate perception algorithms into autopilot software feedback loop
Refine software parameters to improve performance through software simulations, lab and flight assessments
Seamlessly collaborate with hardware and manufacturing engineers to achieve aircraft performance requirements and ensure compatibility
Leverage and maintain a scalable software development workflow, including writing clear, well documented and easy to maintain code
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, robotics or a related field
3+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on autonomy systems
Strong skills in C++ and Python
Expertise in machine learning and artificial intelligence approaches utilizing sensor data, especially experience with SLAM, VIO, computer vision and control systems
Experience with integrating software with onboard computers like Rasberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, and VOXL
Strong expertise in selecting, creating and implementing perception, edge AI, and machine learning algorithms in the real world
Expert at developing image detection models and has experience training deep-learning models in an end-to-end fashion based on use case requirements
Familiar with developing software architecture, data networking concepts, testing and debugging software
Experience with agile software development workflows and has ability to fully build software from source files, leveraging GitHub
Self-starter eager to learn and dive into new projects with strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred
Familiarity with RTOS and network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, MQTT) for real-time embedded applications
Understanding of cloud computing platforms and services for backend support and AI model operations
Prefer those with a background in developing and flying drones
Prefer those with a proven track record of succeeding in fast paced environments
Benefits
Competitive package based on level of experience
Possibility of WingXpand stock options
Advancement opportunities as the company expands
Company
WingXpand
WingXpand is a U.S. aerospace and AI software company that is expanding what’s possible with aerial intelligence
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Techstars
2022-09-19Undisclosed
Leadership Team
James Barbieri
CEO & Co-Founder
Michelle Madaras
President & Co-Founder
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