Python Job: Researcher

What's the role?

You drive our activities in the area of multi-sensor fusion applied to Localization, Navigation, Visual-inertial odometry, and SLAM within the Corporate Research & Technology. Your innovative solutions will contribute to Hilti technology roadmap and future products definition.

Who is Hilti?

If you’re new to the industry, you might not have heard of us. We provide leading-edge tools, technologies, software and services for the global construction sector. We have a proud heritage, built over 75 years, and a worldwide reputation for pioneering products and exceptional service. With some 30,000 people in more than 120 countries, which we’re looking to expand, we’re a great place for you to show us your worth, step up to new challenges and grow your career.

What does the role involve?

In this exciting role you drive product and technology innovation in the area of Sensor Fusion. You are involved in R&D projects with national and international partners in Industry and Academia. You are familiar with Localization, Lidar Mapping, Visual-Inertial Odometry, and SLAM algorithms. You show technical feasibility and customer value of new ideas by developing proof-of-concepts and functional prototypes. You apply your experience and profound knowledge in the domain of Sensor Fusion to enable a diversity of applications in areas of Robotics, Navigation, and Mapping.

What do we offer?

We offer you a unique place to work, where you are part of a creative and diverse team. We give you many opportunities to develop yourself and we will support you in shaping your individual career path. Join our positive team spirit!
Our Headquarters is located in Schaan, in the beautiful and mountainous Rhine Valley. We offer state-of-the art office spaces, a staff restaurant with a variety of healthy food, coffee corners, an in-house gym with a relaxation room and so much more. Additionally, Hilti e-bikes are readily available for you to use free of charge! It is in close vicinity to a direct train stop for easy commuting to the Swiss and Austrian borders.
We want you to work your best and offers such as flexible working/part time arrangements, free parking slots and day care for your children are just some of the ways we do that.

What you need is:

• MSc in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics/Physics. PhD preferred
• 3+ years of relevant experience in Academia/Industry
• Strong experience in several of the following domains: Localization, Navigation, Motion tracking, Lidar Mapping, Visual-inertial odometry, SLAM
• Hands on experience with Lidar, Camera, IMU sensors data and signal processing
• Profound theorical knowledge in: Statistics, Kalman Filters, Calibration methods, Optimization theory. Familiarity with open source sensor fusion libraries and frameworks preferred
• Good programming skills in Matlab and/or Python. C/C++ preferred
• Strong communication skills, collaborative mindset, and business acumen
• Fluency in English

Why should you apply?

In Corporate Research & Technology we drive mid-to long-term innovation in an environment of interdisciplinary competence, creativity and purpose. Here the pace is fast, fun, and inspiring.