Zipline
Autonomy Zip Perception SWE
Ann Arbor, Michigan USA; South San Francisco, California, USA$180k–$265kmidAdded 1 month ago
About this role
Zipline is seeking a skilled Perception Software Engineer to advance their autonomous drone delivery system. This role focuses on developing and deploying cutting-edge algorithms for aircraft and obstacle detection, ensuring safe and reliable navigation in complex environments. You'll contribute to long-term vision and architecture while integrating across systems to push the boundaries of airspace autonomy.
What you'll do
- Design and deploy perception algorithms for aircraft and obstacle detection.
- Develop scalable model training pipelines and evaluation frameworks.
- Collaborate with systems and flight test teams to design comprehensive test plans.
- Create debugging and visualization tools for field data analysis.
- Refine ML models and tracking algorithms based on simulation and real-world feedback.
- Contribute to the detect-and-avoid system architecture.
What they're looking for
- Deep Learning
- Object Detection
- Tracking
- Geometric Computer Vision
- Stereo Vision
- Depth-from-Motion
- Structure-from-Motion
- Visual Odometry
Benefits
- Equity compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Discretionary bonuses
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Zipline
- Industry
- Logistics & Transportation
Likely interview questions
- Describe a time you had to overcome a performance bottleneck in a perception system.
- Explain your experience with deploying deep learning models in real-world autonomous systems.