Perception Engineer

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.OUR MISSIONTrue Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.OUR VALUESBe the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.RESPONSIBILITIESDrive the architecture for the image processing, object tracking, and pose estimation pipelines for the next generation of Jackal spacecraftDesign and implement robust perception, object detection, and tracking algorithms in C++Perform statistical analysis to support algorithm characterization and verificationTest and verify your algorithms via software and hardware in the loop simulationWork with the software team to integrate your algorithms into flight software QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in computer science, robotics, or a similar disciplineExperienced with C/C++ and Python2+ years of experience with implementing perception and tracking algorithms deployed in real world systemsDemonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and solve complex problems with first principles approachesPassion for spaceflight and advancing capabilities related to space domain awareness and space securityU.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearancePREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEMaster’s or PhD in computer science, robotics, or a similar discipline2+ years of professional experience writing high-reliability, production C/C++ codeDeep technical expertise in one or more of the following: SLAM, nonlinear filtering, image processing, object detection, computer vision, pose estimation COMPENSATIONBase Salary: $90,000 - $250,000Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSWork Location— This is an onsite role, we are seeking only candidates based near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA.Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-OnsiteTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.