Localization Algorithm Engineer

Overview

Develop PC-based localization algorithms using particle filters, sensor fusion, and simulations.

Key Responsibilities

• sensor fusion
• localization algorithms
• performance evaluation
• simulation design
• rapid prototyping
• system integration

Tasks

-Implement sensor fusion strategies integrating data from IMUs, wireless signals, and other sources to enhance position accuracy. -Collaborate with embedded, FPGA, and RF teams to improve the performance of the location tracking system. -Stay current with the latest academic and industry research in probabilistic localization, sensor fusion, and state estimation. -Conduct thorough performance evaluations of localization algorithms to identify bottlenecks and implement data-driven optimizations. -Develop and refine PC-based localization algorithms using particle filters and other probabilistic techniques. -Design simulations to test and validate algorithms under various real-world conditions, including multipath, noise, and varying environments. -Contribute to code reviews, knowledge sharing, and team brainstorming sessions to maintain a high level of technical excellence. -Work cross-functionally with software, hardware, and systems engineers to integrate localization algorithms into larger systems. -Rapidly prototype novel concepts, iterating on algorithm design to reach production-level stability and robustness. -Leverage Python, C++, C#, or MATLAB to prototype and optimize algorithms before porting them to production software.

Requirements

• state estimation
• particle filters
• data analytics
• python
• localization
• rtos

What You Bring

-Thrive on tackling open-ended challenges, taking ownership of tasks, and seeking continuous learning opportunities. -Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary R&D team, bridging gaps between software, hardware, and systems-level design. -Background in state estimation, probability theory, and advanced filtering techniques such as particle filters. -Adept at using data analytics and simulations to diagnose issues, validate assumptions, and refine algorithmic approaches. -Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, C#, C++, MATLAB) used for developing and evaluating algorithms in a PC-based environment. -10+ years of experience in developing localization algorithms for real-time operating systems.

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Benefits

-Employee Assistance Program -Short and long-term disability -Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) -Medical, dental & vision -Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) -Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital -Health Spending Account (HSA) -Transportation benefits -401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

About Actalent

-Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner. -Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services. -Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects. -Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems. -Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.

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