Maihem (YC W24): hiring senior robotics perception engineer (London, on-site) (jobs.ashbyhq.com)

Maihem, a tech startup backed by Y Combinator and prominent investors, is seeking a Senior Robotics Perception Engineer to join its London team. This role comes at a pivotal moment as the company aims to empower manufacturers with advanced AI and robotics solutions during a transformative industrial revolution. Maihem’s mission is to tackle the labor crisis by automating dull and dangerous tasks, thereby enabling businesses to enhance productivity and create new, meaningful employment opportunities. The Senior Robotics Perception Engineer will be responsible for developing a perception stack that allows robots to navigate and operate safely in complex environments. This includes designing sensor integration, building a 3D computer vision pipeline, and ensuring the system is robust for real-world applications. Key technical responsibilities involve sensor evaluation, image registration, and implementing deep learning techniques for accurate geometric reconstruction. The position requires extensive experience in real-world computer vision systems and a solid understanding of geometric principles, sensor data calibration, and robotics integration. This role reflects a growing trend in the AI/ML community focusing on practical applications of machine learning in the manufacturing sector, ultimately driving innovation and competitive advantages for businesses.