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Software Engineer, State Estimation

Overland AI
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

About Overland AI :

Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming land operations for modern defense. The company leverages over a decade of advanced research in robotics and machine learning, as well as a field-test forward ethos, to deliver combined capabilities for unit commanders. Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any terrain without GPS or direct operator control. Our intuitive OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise coordination capabilities essential for mission success.

Overland AI has secured $42M in funding, including a Series A led by 8VC, and built trusted partnerships with DARPA, the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. Backed by eight-figure contracts across the Department of Defense, we are strengthening national security by iterating closely with end users engaged in tactical operations.

We are looking for experts in robotics state estimation to join our team to increase the reliability and performance of off-road autonomous vehicles.

In this role, you will :

  • Design and implement high-performance algorithms for motion estimation, object tracking, mapping, and localization.
  • Define, execute, and analyze full-system field tests to validate the performance and real-world applicability of your solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to improve the reliability, performance, and scalability of the entire autonomous system.

Qualifications

  • Strong technical background : MS or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics or a similar field with 2 years of industry experience in software development.
  • Grit : Thrive in a small-team environment, taking ownership of challenges and working collaboratively across disciplines to deliver solutions.
  • Programming Skills : Strong knowledge of C and proficiency in Python. Previous experience developing software for safety-critical systems is a plus.
  • Domain Knowledge : Expertise in sensor fusion and state estimation techniques such as EKFs, Particle Filters, and Factor Graphs. Experience with non-linear optimization libraries such as GTSAM, g2o, or Ceres is preferred.
  • Field Test Forward : You enjoy getting your hands dirty and going off the beaten path to see the results of what you are working on.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Security Clearance.
  • Ability to relocate to Seattle, WA.
  • Benefits

    Overland AI believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day.

  • The salary range for this position is $150K to $225K annually
  • Equity compensation
  • Best-in-class healthcare, dental and vision plans.
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 401k with company match
  • Parental leave
  • Salary : $150,000 - $225,000

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