Object Detection and Tracking Engineer

Shield AI
London
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Software EngineeringExperience: 7-10 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["PyTorch","TensorFlow","Kalman Filter","Sensor fusion","SLAM","Visual-inertial odometry","State estimation","Data fusion"]

We are seeking a Perception Engineer to build real-time object detection, tracking, and sensor fusion systems for autonomous aircraft. You’ll develop state estimation, integrate multiple sensors (EO/IR, radar, IMU) and work with autonomy and hardware teams to deliver robust perception for GPS-denied or contested environments, validated in simulation and field tests.

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Shield AI
Shield AI
2 months ago

Object Detection and Tracking Engineer

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Job Summary

We are seeking a Perception Engineer to build real-time object detection, tracking, and sensor fusion systems for autonomous aircraft. You’ll develop state estimation, integrate multiple sensors (EO/IR, radar, IMU) and work with autonomy and hardware teams to deliver robust perception for GPS-denied or contested environments, validated in simulation and field tests.
Location: London
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Software Engineering

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop and implement robust perception algorithms for object detection, classification, and multi-target tracking across diverse sensor modalities
  • •Integrate data from vision systems, radars, and other mission sensors using probabilistic and deterministic fusion techniques to generate accurate situational awareness
  • •Design and refine state estimation and localization algorithms using IMU, GPS, and vision data for stable navigation
  • •Interpret Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and hardware integration specs to ensure correct data handling and synchronization
  • •Tune perception pipelines for performance, robustness, and real-time efficiency in simulation and real-world environments
Travel: Low travel

Key Requirements

  • •BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
  • •Typically requires a minimum of 7-10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 9 years and a Master’s degree; or 7 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience
  • •Background in Kalman filtering, multi-target tracking, or deep learning-based detection models
  • •Familiarity with fusing data from radar, EO/IR cameras, or other sensors using probabilistic or rule-based approaches
  • •Familiarity with SLAM, visual-inertial odometry, or sensor-fused localization in real-time applications
Experience:7-10 yearsDefenseAerospaceAutonomous systems
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:PyTorchTensorFlowKalman FilterSensor fusionSLAMVisual-inertial odometryState estimationData fusion
Tech Stack:PyTorchTensorFlowKalman FilterSLAMVisual-inertial odometryIMUGPSEO/IRRadarSensor fusion

Company Brief

Shield AI
Develops AI-powered autonomy and software for military aircraft and drones to enable autonomous ISR and combat missions, integrating perception, navigation, and mission planning for defense customers.
Industry: Defense Technology
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Scaleup
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: San Diego, United States
Founded: 2015
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