Sensor Calibration Engineer

In the Budapest Artificial Intelligence Development Center of Continental, Autonomous Mobility, we create next generation automotive software solutions which make automated driving safe and affordable. We work towards Vision Zero, a goal to eliminate fatal accidents happening every day on the world’s roads. We are looking for creative minds who are passionate to shape the future of automated driving by delivering world-class perception and fusion systems.

Our teams develop software solutions for automated parking and safety systems, processing various automotive sensor data and providing a robust, scalable output to driving function modules.

Your task:

As a member of the calibration team, you will be working on a calibration component for our automated parking solution. Collaborating closely by our on-site test vehicle team, you will be responsible for:

• Developing, improving and testing calibration algorithms to obtain camera intrinsic and extrinsic parameters
• Establishing calibration methods at our location supported of other teams’ expertise and requirements
• Extending calibration methods and tools for various sensor modalities, such as ultrasonic, LIDAR and radar
• Participating in all levels of the development lifecycle, including requirements management, architecture definition, implementation, and direct customer interaction
• Becoming the chi master of laser and targets for automated driving
• Collaborating and work in an agile team environment

• University degree (BSc, MSc, PhD) in: Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related.
• Good programming skills in MATLAB, C++, or Python
• Good command of the English language
• Collaborative, enthusiastic, open-minded, team player attitude
• Nice to have:
  • Experience in image processing and sensor calibration
  • Experience in measuremet system build-up and sensorics basics
  • Experience in system integration in automated driving applications
  • Practical and theoretical knowledge of calibration methods, algorithms, in terms of the underlying mathematics and physics
  • Experience in verification and validation activities in the automotive domain
  • Technical leadership experience of complex engineering topics

• Participation in exciting, highly innovative projects
• Ability to directly deliver software into real products
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and to one of Europe’s largest in-house GPU clusters
• A friendly, respectful and collaborative work environment that encourages creativity and innovation
• Continuous development with access to numerous trainings, including technical skills, soft skills and language skills
• Personal career development and a challenging role with end-to-end responsibility
• Opportunity to see your ideas turn into reality with our test vehicles
• Competitive compensation and a wide range of benefits, including:
  • Bonus system
  • Annual flexible benefit (Cafeteria)
  • Private health insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Sport pass support
• Ability to directly deliver software into real, innovative products
• Flexible work-from-home arrangements
• Easily accessible office location in downtown Budapest (near Kálvin square)

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services