Robotics Engineer
Posted 31 Jul 2026
Advertised as “Sr. Robotics Engineer, Perception ”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyComputer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Join Contoro Robotics – Revolutionizing Warehouse Automation with Cutting-Edge Robotics
At Contoro Robotics, we're on a mission to solve labor challenges through advanced robotic solutions. Headquartered in Austin, TX, our fast-growing startup is transforming the supply chain industry with our flagship warehouse automation technology. Our team is made up of top-tier experts in robotics, AI, and logistics, working together to push the boundaries of automation.
We’re looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join us on this journey—helping shape the future of robotics while growing alongside a world-class team. If you're passionate about innovation, problem-solving, and making a real-world impact, we want to hear from you!
Intro
Contoro Robotics is an Austin-based startup revolutionizing warehouse automation with a cutting-edge autonomous truck unloading solution capable of handling payloads over 60 lbs. Our mission is to deploy reliable, high-throughput robotic systems that solve real logistics challenges daily—beyond proof-of-concept demos. We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Robotics Engineer specializing in perception and sensor fusion to drive our next generation of autonomous capabilities from prototype to production.
Job Responsibility
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Perception & Computer Vision
- Detect and estimate 6-DoF poses and 3D dimensions of rigid objects under occlusion and challenging lighting.
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Sensor Fusion & Calibration
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Integrate and synchronize multi-modal sensors (cameras, LiDAR, IMU, radar/ultrasonic).
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Perform extrinsic/intrinsic calibration techniques (hand-eye, LiDAR–camera alignment).
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Localization & Environment Awareness
- Implement lightweight localization methods (e.g., point-cloud registration, marker-based or feature-map alignment) within constrained, repetitive environments like shipping containers.
Qualification/Requirements
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Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in robotics perception and sensor fusion, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
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Education: Min. bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field/equivalent industry experience).