About Forterra

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.

About the role
Forterra is seeking a Simulated Sensor Modeling Software Engineer responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining simulation-based sensor models for Lidars, Cameras, Radars, GPS, and more. This role demands expertise in software engineering, with a particular emphasis in sensor simulation and modeling. Expertise with Linux, Python, and C++ is a must. Ideal candidate has experience developing sensor models for Lidar, Radar, and Camera at a minimum.

We need a team player who is passionate about simulation that is willing to engage meaningfully across the simulation team and other teams to ensure simulation will successfully contribute to the success of our product deliveries.

What you'll do

• Design, development, and maintenance of simulation-based sensor models for Lidars, Cameras, Radars, GPS, IMU, and more
• Design, development, and maintenance of simulation features and functionality
• Software development activities such as agile ceremonies, task updates, and team meetings
• Collaborate with engineers from other cross-functional groups such as systems, safety and test to ensure sensor modeling and validation needs are met
• Develop software throughout the development cycle, from collecting feature requests to their final delivery via thorough testing and verification activities
• Support troubleshooting, integration, development, and fix of automated tests
• Work in a distributed team to accomplish sprint goals
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to identify features, improvements, and scenarios needed to achieve software releases

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Expertise in Python, Linux, and C++
• Expertise with sensor modeling for lidars, radars, and/or cameras at a minimum
• Expertise in validation and research needed to create sensors from scratch
• Strong debugging experience
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with an ability to troubleshoot and resolve software issues
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise with modeling GPS and related sensors along with IR Cameras
• Experience with automation and CI/CD for simulation platforms
• Experience with game engines such as Unreal/Untiy and/or Simulation platforms such as CARLA and dSPACE
• Experience with autonomous vehicles

US Salary Range
 $130,000—$200,000/annually
 

The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra’s overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:

• Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.  
• Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
• A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption. 
• A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires. 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.  

Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain. All qualified applications will receive equal consideration for employment.