DoorDash · 4 weeks ago
SLAM Engineer, Calibration, Mapping & Localization - DoorDash Dot
DoorDash is a technology and logistics company building autonomous delivery robots and automation solutions through DoorDash Labs. The SLAM Engineer will advance large-scale HD mapping and robust localization capabilities by architecting production-grade SLAM systems, developing 3D registration and state estimation pipelines, and partnering with perception, hardware, and autonomy teams.
AppsConsumer GoodsLogisticsE-CommerceMarketplacePublishingConsumerDeliveryE-Commerce PlatformsFood DeliveryOnline Portals
H1B Sponsor Likely
Responsibilities
Architect and deploy production-grade SLAM systems for large-scale HD maps
Design and implement robust 3D registration pipelines for real-world, noisy, and large environments
Develop robust state estimation systems for localization handling real-world challenges
Partner cross-functionally with perception, hardware, and autonomy teams to deliver tightly integrated solutions
Qualification
Required
B.S., M.S., or PhD. in Computer Science, Robotics or related technical field
4+ years of industry experience working within the AV, Robotics, embedded systems or equivalent industry
Experience with C/C++ and Python
You possess deep expertise in:
3D geometry, spatial reasoning
LiDAR- and/or vision-based 3D registration (ICP variants, feature-based, global registration, loop closure)
Large-scale non-linear optimization
State estimation (EKF/UKF, factor graphs, smoothing and filtering techniques)
Preferred
Experience with modern deep learning algorithms and frameworks
Experience with multi-modal localization (e.g. leveraging lidar, camera, and radar sensors to achieve robust localization)
Benefits
Opportunities for equity grants
401(k) plan with employer matching
16 weeks of paid parental leave
Wellness benefits
Commuter benefits match
Paid time off
Paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
11 paid holidays
Disability insurance
Basic life insurance
Family-forming assistance
Mental health program
For salaried roles: flexible paid time off/vacation, plus 80 hours of paid sick time per year
Premium healthcare
Wellness expense reimbursement
Company
DoorDash
On-demand delivery platform for local restaurants, grocers, and retailers.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.22BKey Investors
Durable Capital PartnersT. Rowe PriceDarsana Capital Partners
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.75B
2020-12-09IPO
2020-06-11Series H· $400M
Leadership Team
Tony Xu
CEO and Co-founder
Stanley Tang
Co-Founder / Chief Product Officer
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