Co-Op Software Engineer - World Modeling and Localization

What you'll do:  
Identifying the vehicle’s precise location is a fundamental input to our virtual driver’s decision making. Robust localization in all environmental conditions is one of the fundamental challenges in mobile robotics. We use state-of-the-art localization techniques to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our autonomous vehicles. As a Co-op on the localization team you will:  
 

• Develop metrics for and automate the analysis of our algorithms, ensuring our self-driving vehicles have the best localization accuracy to drive safely and smoothly on the road  

• Collaborate closely with a creative team of engineers and researchers   

• Gain a deep understanding of not only self-driving technology and its real-world challenges, but also in converting that understanding into real products  

• Improve how our vehicles act and react in complex and nuanced situations    

**Must be willing to be based locally in Blacksburg, VA for duration of Co-Op.**  

What you'll need to succeed:  

• Comfort with 3D geometry and coordinate transforms  

• Experience with C++ and object-oriented design concepts  

• Experience with Python  

• Experience with Linux  
• Experience with ROS is a plus  
• Desire to learn and eagerness to help with a variety of tasks 
• SLAM
• Factor Graphs

Candidate must be a full-time student currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and willing to locate to the Blacksburg area. 

Torc Internships and Co-Ops provide a great way for you to hone your skills and see what life at Torc is all about. Our goal is to enable Interns and Co-Ops to become full-time Torc’rs.