IMU Expert – Wearable/HMI Technology (Remote – HQ in Vancouver BC)

Our client, an innovative early-stage tech company, is developing a hands-free human-machine interface (HMI) technology platform that is set to revolutionize device interaction and control. Having achieved significant milestones in product development, they are seeking an IMU Expert with a specialized focus on TDK and Bosch IMU systems to advance their design efforts.

Position Summary:

The IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) Expert will bring specialized expertise in TDK and Bosch IMU systems, with responsibilities that include their integration, calibration, optimization, and validation. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, working to enhance system performance across applications like robotics, autonomous vehicles, and drones. The candidate will lead comprehensive testing and validation efforts to ensure that IMU systems meet stringent performance metrics in real-world scenarios.

Key Responsibilities:

  • TDK & Bosch IMU Integration: Lead the integration of TDK and Bosch IMUs into systems to achieve precise motion tracking and orientation.

  • Sensor Calibration: Oversee calibration of TDK and Bosch IMUs, including accelerometers, gyroscopes, and magnetometers, to ensure data accuracy.

  • Algorithm Development: Develop advanced algorithms for sensor fusion, with a focus on enhancing motion estimation and orientation accuracy for TDK and Bosch systems.

  • Data Analysis & Signal Processing: Conduct analysis of IMU data using advanced signal processing techniques to reduce noise and improve data reliability.

  • Performance Optimization: Enhance the robustness, reliability, and accuracy of IMU performance in various environments, specifically focusing on TDK and Bosch IMUs.

  • Testing & Validation: Lead comprehensive testing and validation of TDK and Bosch IMU systems to meet required real-world performance benchmarks.

  • Documentation & Reporting: Prepare detailed technical documentation, including system designs, calibration procedures, and test reports for IMU systems.

  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of IMU technologies into larger system architectures.

Qualifications:

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.

  • Experience: Proven experience with TDK and Bosch IMU systems.

  • Technical Expertise:

    • Deep knowledge of TDK and Bosch IMU sensors and their integration.

    • Proficiency in sensor fusion algorithms (e.g., Kalman Filter, Complementary Filter) tailored for TDK and Bosch IMUs.

    • Experience with MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or similar for IMU data processing.

    • Familiarity with embedded systems and real-time processing in relation to TDK and Bosch sensors.

  • Preferred Experience: Hands-on experience with IMU applications in robotics, drones, or autonomous systems, and knowledge of integrating IMUs with other sensors like GPS and LiDAR.

  • Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for troubleshooting IMU systems.

  • Communication: Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and clear, detailed documentation.

The estimate BASE compensation is in the $140-160k range. This range is an estimate only and may be adjusted to reflect candidate seniority and/or market conditions.

CONTACT: Amanda Du Toit amanda@corporate.bc.ca

 

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Our client is a global pioneer and an industry leader in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Technology. They have international experience deploying CRM solutions across multiple sectors. They have helped over 120,000 companies and millions of users save time, increase productivity, and sell more of their products and services.

We are seeking a highly motivated, entrepreneurial and innovative VP of Developments to be the catalyst and leader of a complete overhaul of their technology strategy and execution. This includes strategic product roadmap, engineering and architecture, team growth and leadership, and more. You will be encouraged to use every tool in your kit to create and build a sales-focused CRM product like no other in the marketplace.

This role reports directly to the CEO.

Responsibilities:

  • Establish and execute on an engineering vision based on broad CRM SaaS development experience.

  • Build a winning product development strategy: build and monitor the execution of the solution strategy that includes transition from existing solutions to the next generation.

  • Participate in Go-to-Market plan: value propositions, key messages, sales alignment, pricing, segmentation and campaign to achieve desired adoption and sales targets of the solutions.

  • Build a product roadmap that is creative, aggressive yet achievable to build best-in-class product that is highly usable and marketable.

  • Work with the leadership team to drive product adoption, improve the customer experience, and support the continued growth of the company.

  • Define, build and manage the product engineering organization that is both effective (focused on the right targets) and efficient (quality, throughput).

  • Foster a creative technological environment and ensure the company can achieve its long-term technical vision.

  • Identify skills gaps and continue to recruit talent to fill those gaps, continuing to build this innovative, world class team.

Qualifications:

  • An entrepreneurial thought leader in revenue-focused software products with a keen understanding of current technologies and market trends.

  • Commercial software product experience - proven success in bringing a software product to market, preferably in a sales-focused domain.

  • Executive experience building and leading R&D, product, or software development teams through the growth phase of a company.

  • New Product Innovation and Introduction expertise. Must be passionate with customer requirements and in how to monetize solutions.

  • Background or strong interest in the following areas:

    • Higher level cloud, software system background

    • System architecture using current technologies

    • Large data processing backend; Big data technologies; Analytics; BI

    • Machine Learning and AI

    • Experience working in the Microsoft ecosystem

  • BSc/BEng in Engineering, Computer science or similar experience.

  • 15+ years of software development experience in comparable technical environment.

  • Deep experience managing new product strategies in high-growth environments.  

  • Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work under pressure in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. 

This is the perfect time to join this established company as they are pivoting to allow them to expand and grow faster. They have a supportive leadership team and offer competitive compensation for the right candidate.  

 Contact: Amanda Du Toit amanda@corporate.bc.ca

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