Robotics Engineer Intern - SLAM

Internship at Flyability in Paudex, CH, focusing on SLAM research and implementation for autonomous drone localization on the Elios 3 platform.

This internship at Flyability centers on advancing autonomous drone capabilities by developing next-generation SLAM systems. The position aims to bridge cutting-edge research with practical deployment, specifically enabling robots to reliably localize themselves within previously visited environments through global relocalization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Research, test, and apply advanced techniques for relocalizing into existing maps.
• Explore visual, geometric, and learning-based place recognition methods, including probabilistic approaches like particle filters for robust global localization.
• Create strategies to filter out incorrect localization candidates and enhance system resilience against perceptual aliasing and ambiguous settings.
• Incorporate findings into the current SLAM framework and assess performance through simulation and real-world data.
• Establish and measure key performance indicators, including localization precision, robustness, computational speed, and failure scenarios.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Robotics, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• Prior experience in robotics, SLAM, localization, computer vision, or similar areas.
• Proficient in C++ and Python programming.
• Understanding of state estimation, mapping, visual localization, place recognition, or probabilistic robotics.
• Ability to read and implement concepts from scientific literature.
• Hands-on approach with strong analytical skills and a curiosity for tackling open-ended research problems.
• Motivated and eager to work in a real-world environment.
• Fluent in English.

Nice to have

• Experience with modern robotics and machine learning approaches.
• Experience with robotics hardware.
• French or other languages.

About the company

Flyability operates with the belief that robots should be deployed in hazardous and dangerous environments instead of humans. The company fosters a culture that values independent thinking combined with a collaborative spirit, where every team member's voice is heard and ideas are shared to solve problems together.

• Robots are used to enter hazardous places and dangerous environments instead of humans.
• Independent thinking is encouraged alongside a collaborative spirit.
• Team members have the opportunity to share ideas and contribute to problem-solving daily.
• Every voice is considered as the team collaborates to achieve goals.