Director of Localization
ForterraMaryland, United States • Virginia, United States
Posted February 13, 2026
180000 - 300000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Forterra is a climate-solutions company that develops and scales land-based initiatives to mitigate climate change while fostering equitable, sustainable communities. They design projects that integrate conservation, agriculture, and community development, ensuring that environmental stewardship and social prosperity go hand in hand. By combining scientific research, stakeholder collaboration, and scalable business models, Forterra delivers measurable climate benefits and tangible economic opportunities for local populations. Their distinctive approach treats land as a shared resource that benefits both people and ecosystems, creating inclusive, resilient futures for all.
Job Description
Forterra is seeking a Director of Localization to lead the design, development, and deployment of robust localization systems for autonomous vehicles operating in complex, real-world environments.
Requirements
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Engineering or a related field
- 8+ years of relevant experience in state estimation, localization, or navigation systems
- 3+ years of experience leading or mentoring engineers (formal or informal)
- Deep expertise in Kalman filtering (EKF, UKF, etc.) and real-time state estimation techniques
- Strong background in non-linear optimization (e.g., gradient descent, Levenberg-Marquardt)
- Strong foundation in linear algebra and computational mathematics
- Hands-on experience with GNSS/IMU/INS systems, sensor fusion, calibration, and error modeling
- Proficiency in C++ (some Python, Matlab)
- Proven ability to design and deliver complex, production-quality software systems
Benefits
- 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%.
