Job Description
Develop motion planning algorithms and systems for UV disinfection robots in a fast-paced startup environment.
Akara is a robotics and AI company that aims to reduce hospital infections and boost service capacity through innovative use of robotics, infrastructure, and AI technologies. We develop robotics and related technology from the ground up, encompassing mechanical and electrical design, fabrication, software development, system integration, and support.
We are a fast-paced growing startup, deploying robots across the UK, Ireland, and the US. Our company culture is passionate about empowering team members and providing a fun experience working alongside like-minded people who love robotics.
**Job Description:**
We are seeking a skilled professional to lead the development, optimization, and implementation of state-of-the-art path planning algorithms for our robots. The successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, test, and deploy navigation systems that enable our robots to operate in complex and dynamic hospital environments.
- Lead the development, optimization, and implementation of state-of-the-art path planning algorithms for our robots.
- Oversee the development of localization techniques with multiple sensors: IMU, laser, cameras, odometry.
- Conduct simulation and real-world testing to validate navigation systems.
- Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration of navigation systems.
**Requirements:**
- Holds a master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Control, or Robotics.
- 5+ years of experience implementing, testing, and deploying navigation systems on robots.
- Strong knowledge of SLAM and path planning algorithms.
- Good knowledge of and experience working with ROS2 and the Nav2 stack.
- Strong dev-ops, Linux, and coding ability (Python, C++).
- Proactive and takes ownership of projects.
**We Offer:**
- Start-up atmosphere in a fast-growing and rapidly evolving company.
- Chance to make your mark in a scaling company.
- Competitive salary and matched pension contribution.
- Option to travel and attend conferences.
**Job Type:** Full-time
**Schedule:** Monday to Friday