About the job

This is an exciting opportunity for a Principal Engineer with strong expertise in 3D perception to join a fast-growing, multi-national start-up in London, UK, led by seasoned professionals from the 3D sensing industry. The role, offered on a hybrid basis (2–3 days onsite), involves leading the architectural design, implementation, and optimisation of advanced 3D perception systems for deployment on edge computing hardware, specifically within intelligent transport system applications. You will oversee a small team and develop multi-sensor tracking and fusion solutions, as well as sensor simulation technologies. The ideal candidate will hold an MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Vision, Robotics, or a related field, and have 5+ years of industry experience working with perception systems involving cameras, LiDAR, radar, or depth-sensing technologies. Essential technical skills include hands-on experience with OpenCV, PCL, C++, Python, and the development of production-ready perception software. Preferred qualifications include experience with embedded platforms (QNX, Embedded Linux, ROS), machine learning deployment on edge devices (such as Nvidia Jetson), and familiarity with deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch. The position offers a highly competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £120,000 depending on experience, along with equity options and visa sponsorship for international candidates, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to contribute to state-of-the-art computer vision and robotics solutions in a dynamic and innovative environment.