About avatarin Inc.

avatarin was established as a spin-out of ANA Holdings Inc. in 2020 to democratize mobility by opening the door to a world in which anyone can instantly and sustainably transport themselves to a remote destination. avatarin aims to achieve this goal through the development of core technologies that enable real-time teleportation of human presence and skills through robots and other mobility solutions. This new avatarin capability will not only help the world efficiently share its skills but also exponentially expand the spectrum of human interaction data that can be collected from real-world experiences.

avatarin’s flagship product is a mobile, communication AI avatar robot called newme. Deployment of the newme robot is the first step in a larger vision to pioneer an instant, sustainable, and inclusive mobility network to connect people to places and experiences. avatarin has been operating newme robots in aquariums and museums since 2021 and is working to expand deployment to public spaces including airports, hotels, hospitals, government offices, train stations, and retail stores in Japan and around the world.

■Job Description

We're seeking a senior robotics navigation engineer focused on development of our newme mobile robot’s autonomous navigation and docking capabilities. You will work on the ROS 2 Navigation stack and also work on autonomous navigation and SLAM using sensor fusion to enhance the robot's decision-making capabilities.

Your role covers comprehensive software lifecycle management. You'll oversee design, development, testing, and deployment, adhering to best practices in version control and documentation.

Teamwork and clear communication are essential and as a senior engineer, you will collaborate with various teams and articulate technical topics effectively. Your contributions will not only enhance newme but also guide our robotics initiatives towards future innovations.

■Responsibilities

• ROS: Integrate the Robot Operating System (ROS 2) into the newme mobile robot's to enable enhanced functionality and scalability.
• SLAM Implement Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) algorithms to improve the robot's mapping and autonomous navigation capabilities.
• Navigation Algorithms: Develop and fine-tune algorithms for autonomous navigation, path planning, and obstacle avoidance, ensuring smooth and reliable operation in diverse environments.
• Sensor Fusion: Incorporate data from multiple sensors (such as IMU, LiDAR, cameras) to enhance newmes awareness and decision-making.
• Auto-Docking: Develop an automatic docking system that allows newme to autonomously complete the self-charge task.
• Software Development: Follow the business requirements and develop, test, and deploy reliable solutions with best practices in version control and documentation.

■Must-have skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a field closely related to Computer Science or Robotics Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Three years of professional experience in C++ development ideally demonstrated through Github.
• Experience in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as Python.
• At least two years of specialized experience in Robot Operating Systems (ROS 1 or 2) with a focus on the development of custom packages, nodes with services and actions, and the navigation stack.
• Strong grasp of algorithms for mobile robots, particularly in perception, localization, and navigation in ground domains.
• Familiarity with a variety of sensors, including cameras, IMU, and LiDAR.
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and a passion for learning.

■What separates the best from the rest

• Prior successful experience as a navigation or autonomy engineer.
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in related to the field of navigation.
• Contribution to the robotics opensource software community and/or participation in robotics contests.

■Team culture

• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and a passion for learning.
• A valued team player in a dynamic, autonomous, cross-functional team.
• Love working on a team where you constantly learn, experiment, and iterate quickly.
• A passion for performance excellence, robustness and engineering mindset.
• Have an enthusiastic, go-for-it attitude.

■Selection Processes

• Pre-Screening Test (20min )
• Skills Screening Test (90min)
• General Introduction (45min)
• Deep Dive Technical Interview (90min)
• Final Interview (60min)

Working Conditions

• Flex working schedule 07:00 to 22:00
• 2 days / week remote working (Expansion up to 4 days based on the performance)
• Long holiday policy up to 1 month continuously.
• Team Lunch / Dinner activity sponsored by the company per month or quarter based
• Company wide recreational events (arranged lunch, BBQ, training camp, etc.)
• Fully English working environment at Technology team.

【avatarin benefit program】

• 15 days Paid Leave per year, can accumulate for 2 consecutive years
• Commuter allowance is provided between closest station to Home & Company.
• Housing allowance (30,000yen/month) is provided if living within the 5Km radius from the Company.
• Child allowance (10,000yen/child/month) is provided up to 2 children, up till 14 years of old.
• Learning Development Program worth 30,000 yen/year credits shall be reimbursed for career growth.
• Health, Pension, Employment insurance is provided (50:50% commitment from employee & company)
• Maternity & paternity leave up to 1 year (working more than a year)

HP : https://about.avatarin.com/en/

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