Software Engineer, Mapping and Robotics Systems

FieldAI’s Irvine team is where embodied AI meets real robots, real sensors, and real field deployments. Based in the heart of Southern California’s robotics ecosystem, we build risk-aware, reliable, field-ready AI systems that solve the hardest problems in robotics and unlock the full potential of embodied intelligence. If you want your work to ship, get tested on hardware, and improve through real deployments, Irvine is the place. We go beyond typical data-driven approaches or pure transformer-only architectures, combining rigorous engineering with learning systems proven in globally deployed solutions that deliver results today and get better every time our robots run in the field.What You'll DoMapping & LocalizationImprove ICP/GICP/NDT registration workflowsSupport SLAM and localization pipelines across mapping systemsImprove scan stitching accuracy and mapping robustnessOptimize point cloud registration and alignment workflowsImprove localization performance across large-scale operational environmentsPoint Cloud Processing & OptimizationImprove point cloud processing performance and scalabilitySupport geometric optimization and scan matching workflowsDebug and improve existing mapping and localization systemsContribute to mapping quality and operational reliability improvementsCross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with mapping, robotics, and deployment teamsSupport downstream processing and operational deployment workflowsHelp improve deployment readiness and mapping scalabilityContribute to debugging and operational problem-solving across mapping systemsWhat You BringBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field3-5 years of industry or applied robotics experienceStrong experience with SLAM and localization systemsExperience with ICP/GICP/NDT registration techniquesStrong understanding of point cloud registration and scan matchingStrong modern C++ engineering skillsExperience working within production robotics or mapping environmentsStrong debugging and systems-thinking capabilityAbility to operate effectively in fast-moving startup environmentsOwnership mentality with strong execution and problem-solving instinctsWhat Sets You ApartExperience with LiDAR-based mapping systemsExperience with robotics middlewareBackground in robotics, autonomy, industrial scanning, or localization systemsFamiliarity with PCL (Point Cloud Library)Experience balancing research ideas with production engineering realitiesStrong operational and deployment-oriented mindsetOur salary range is generous and we consider each individual’s background and experience when determining final compensation. Base pay may vary based on role scope, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and the Irvine, California market.Why Join FieldAI in Irvine?In Irvine, you will work where the robots are. Our local team builds and tests systems on real hardware with real sensors, then ships them to operate in unstructured, previously unknown environments around the world. We are solving one of robotics’ hardest challenges: reliable deployment outside the lab. Our Field Foundational Models™ raise the bar for perception, planning, localization, and manipulation, with an emphasis on explainability and safety for real-world use.You will collaborate with a world-class team that thrives on creativity, resilience, and bold thinking. We bring deep experience from organizations such as DeepMind, NASA JPL, Boston Dynamics, NVIDIA, Amazon, Tesla Autopilot, Cruise, Zoox, Toyota Research Institute, and SpaceX, along with a track record of field deployments and strong performance in DARPA challenge segments.Be Part of the Next Robotics RevolutionWe are looking for builders who want their work to leave the whiteboard and show up on robots. If you enjoy tackling tough, uncharted questions and working across disciplines, you will find your people here. Our teams span AI, software, robotics engineering, product, field deployment, and technical communication, all focused on shipping systems that perform in the real world.Our headquarters is in Irvine, and we partner closely with teams there as well as colleagues across the US and around the world. Join us in Southern California and help define what dependable, field-ready autonomy looks like.We value diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We evaluate candidates and employees based on merit, qualifications, and performance, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected statuWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.