Mapping Solution Engineer

About the role

Field Ai is hiring a Mapping Solution Engineer to manage the deployment and performance of 3D mapping technology in real-world settings. You will bridge the gap between robotics research and field operations by ensuring our autonomous systems function reliably in complex environments.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Build and maintain production software for 3D mapping and data processing pipelines.
• Validate mapping algorithms through hands-on testing with robots and sensors.
• Create internal tools and benchmarking infrastructure to increase system reliability.
• Manage end-to-end delivery of mapping data, including capture, validation, and customer handoff.
• Perform on-site and remote system deployments to support customer pilots and evaluations.
• Use field performance data to inform and drive engineering improvements.

Requirements

• Master degree or higher in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in robotics software, 3D mapping, systems integration, or field deployment.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python for production environments.
• Knowledge of 3D geometry, point cloud processing, and algorithms like ICP and NDT.
• Experience with PCL, Open3D, and LiDAR data formats such as PCD, PLY, E57, or LAS.
• Familiarity with ROS, Git, and Linux/Ubuntu.
• Ability to troubleshoot software, hardware, and networking issues.
• Willingness to travel for on-site customer work.

Nice to have

• Background in geospatial data, georeferencing, coordinate systems, or survey calibration.
• Experience with CloudCompare, Leica Cyclone, Faro Scene, or Trimble RealWorks.
• History of deploying mission-critical autonomous systems.
• Experience with Jira, Wrike, or Confluence.
• Previous work in high-growth startups or field robotics.

Skills & tools

• C++
• Python
• ROS
• Linux/Ubuntu
• Git
• LiDAR
• Point cloud processing (PCL, Open3D)
• 3D geometry algorithms (ICP, NDT)

Practical notes

• This role requires travel to customer sites.
• The team includes veterans from NASA JPL, Boston Dynamics, Tesla, and SpaceX.