Data Engineer Tactile Sensors – Robotics

Your future job:

You bridge the critical gap between raw data from advanced tactile sensors and the actionable, intelligent information robots need to perform intricate manipulation tasks. You design, implement, and validate innovative solutions that enable robots to truly "feel" and intelligently interact with objects, pushing the boundaries of autonomous systems.

More specifically, you will:

• Develop and deploy advanced tactile perception and AI/ML algorithms to enable robots to accurately sense and react to objects.
• Design and optimize high-quality data collection and processing pipelines for tactile sensor data.
• Develop robust sensor fusion techniques and collaborate in cross functional engineering to integrate tactile sensing solutions onto robotic platforms.
• Monitor the state of the art, latest research, and industry fairs to contribute to intellectual property and extract business insights.

Your profile:

Mindset & Drive

You are a versatile, hands-on engineer who thrives on learning and takes full ownership of your work, even when navigating ambiguity. With a proactive "can-do" attitude, you will drive the continuous improvement of our tactile sensing products and push the boundaries of what’s possible in robotics.

Technical Foundation

· Education : A Master’s or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field with a strong focus on tactile sensing.

· Experience : 5+ years of professional experience in robotics, with proven expertise in programming, testing and deploying robotic systems.

· Technical Expertise :

o Demonstrated strong background in data analysis, including statistical methods and advanced signal processing.

o Extensive experience with AI/Machine Learning algorithms for perception, including data collection, feature engineering, model training, and deployment.

o Deep knowledge and practical experience in sensor fusion techniques (e.g., Kalman filters, particle filters, probabilistic methods) for combining diverse sensor modalities.

o Proficiency with ROS2 for robotics development

o Familiarity with ISAAC Sim or other robotic simulators.

· Systems Thinking : Exceptional ability to translate high-level application requirements into algorithm solutions in a multiple engineering disciplinary team.

Professional Engagement:

· Communication & Integration: As a natural "people person," you excel in our truly international environment. You integrate seamlessly into diverse teams, engage effectively with global stakeholders, and have a talent for simplifying complex technical concepts for any audience.

· Proactivity and independence: You bring an independent, proactive approach to problem-solving, moving projects forward with confidence in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

· Languages: Our daily operations and global collaborations are conducted in English, thus full professional fluency is mandatory.

We offer:

• A challenging job in a dynamic high-tech international environment.
• The opportunity to take ownership of your professional passion in order to contribute to the success of the company.
• An enjoyable, team-oriented and professional atmosphere in a flat-structured organization.
• Versatile development opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Melexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

About Melexis:

Inspired by a passion for technology and engineering, Melexis designs, develops and delivers innovative micro-electronic solutions. They enable designers to turn ideas into applications that support the best imaginable future. The company’s advanced mixed-signal semiconductor sensors and actuators integrate sensing, driving and communication into next-generation products and systems. They improve safety, raise efficiency, support sustainability and enhance comfort.

Melexis is a world leader in automotive sensors. Today, on average, every new car produced worldwide contains 18 Melexis chips. Melexis uses this expertise to serve other markets as well: alternative mobility, smart appliances, smart buildings, robotics, energy management and digital health.

Melexis is headquartered in Belgium and employs over 2000 people in 18 locations worldwide. The company is publicly traded on Euronext Brussels (MELE).