Engineering Intern – Visual Feature Tracking & Descriptors (80-100%)

At Fixposition, we combine a passion for innovation with deep technical expertise to create precise and reliable positioning systems for autonomous robots and vehicles. Our diverse and collaborative team thrives on bold ideas and solving real-world challenges using computer vision and sensor fusion.

We're now looking for an Engineering Intern to explore and enhance our feature tracking pipeline. If you are up for the challenge, we want to hear from you. More information can be found on our website: www.fixposition.com .

About the role

You will be working at the intersection of classical computer vision and deep learning, with a focus on improving our feature tracking algorithms on our localization pipelines.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Researching and evaluating state-of-the-art deep learning-based feature descriptors and tracking methods.


• Benchmarking and comparing their performance in both tracking stability and match quality.


• Prototyping and integrating suitable methods into our existing pipeline.


• Collaborating with the R&D team to ensure practical deployment and performance.

Your profile

• Pursuing a BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Robotics, Computer Vision, or a related field; equivalent practical experience also considered.


• Interest or experience in deep learning-based feature descriptors (e.g., SuperPoint, D2-Net, R2D2, etc.).


• Interest in real-time or resource-constrained deployment.


• Independent, proactive, and eager to tackle practical engineering challenges.


• Fluent in English.

What we offer

• Freedom to experiment with your ideas and explore cutting-edge research.


• Possibility to have a meaningful impact in the development of an innovative product.


• Exposure to the world of autonomous systems and real-world deployment challenges.


• A friendly and supportive team culture with regular events.

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