SLAM Engineer, Calibration, Mapping & Localization

About the Team DoorDash Labs is an independent team working on building autonomous delivery robots from the ground‑up and other automation solutions as part of DoorDash’s core delivery platform. About the Role In this role, you will help scale our fleet of robots by advancing our large‑scale HD mapping and robust localization capabilities. This includes elevating HD map quality and coverage, and building highly robust relative and absolute localization systems that perform reliably in dynamic urban environments. You will operate in a fast‑moving organization owning architecture, driving implementation, and helping set the technical direction. Responsibilities / Opportunities 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. Qualifications B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Robotics or a related technical field. 4+ years of industry experience working within the AV, Robotics, embedded systems or equivalent industry. Experience with C/C++ and Python. 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). Nice to have: 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). Compensation The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the pay range of $168,000—$247,000 USD and is determined based on job‑related factors including skill, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to the employee’s work location. The compensation includes opportunities for equity grants. Talk to recruiter for more information. Benefits DoorDash offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off and paid sick leave, medical, dental, vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family‑forming assistance, a mental health program, and more. Paid Time Off Details (Salaried Roles) Flexible paid time off/vacation, plus 80 hours of paid sick time per year. Paid Time Off Details (Hourly Roles) Vacation accrued at about 1 hour for every 25.97 hours worked (≈6.7 hours/month if 40 hours/week; ≈3.4 hours/month if 20 hours/week). Paid sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked (≈5.8 hours/month if 40 hours/week; ≈2.9 hours/month if 20 hours/week). Equal Opportunity Statement DoorDash is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with applicable laws and actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status or veteran status. Additional Information We expect this position to be filled by 9/2/26. Notice to applicants for jobs located in NYC or for remote work associated with an office in NYC only: We used Covey as part of our hiring process. Covey Scout usage dates are listed above. For more details, see #J-18808-Ljbffr DoorDash