SICK is one of the world’s leading solutions providers for sensor-based applications in the industrial sector. Founded in 1946 by Dr.-Ing. e. h. Erwin Sick, the company with headquarters in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg ranks among the technological market leaders. With 63 subsidiaries and equity investments as well as numerous agencies, SICK maintains a presence around the globe. SICK has more than 10,000 employees worldwide and generated a group revenue of EUR 2.1 billion in the 2024 fiscal year.

Job Description
Thesis: Deep learning-based environment recognition using 3D sensor technology*

Winter Semester 2025/26 – Limited to 3-6 months, Start possible from 01.09.2025


YOUR TASKS:

  • Develop algorithms for environmental perception to prevent collisions of mobile robots and machines.
  • Research and apply state-of-the-art deep learning methods for 2D/3D environment perception (segmentation, object detection, and tracking).
  • Train deep learning models and evaluate various algorithms.
  • Design a multi-sensor system for 3D environmental perception, e.g., for obstacle detection in logistics applications or outdoor environments.
  • Process and fuse high-resolution RGB and depth data from real or simulated stereo or RGB-D cameras.
  • Integrate, optimize, and evaluate systems on state-of-the-art AI accelerator hardware such as NVIDIA Jetson and Hailo.
  • Document your work results in detail.


YOUR PROFILE:

  • You are currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • You have strong programming skills, ideally in C++ or Python.
  • You have a solid understanding of image processing and working with 2D and 3D data.
  • You have expertise in deep learning and machine learning, with experience in frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
  • Ideally, you have knowledge of applications involving mobile robots or autonomous driving, e.g., using ROS and/or NVIDIA Jetson.
  • Your systematic and structured thinking and approach set you apart.
  • Creativity in problem-solving and enthusiasm for innovation complete your profile.
     
Information at a Glance
Requisition-ID:  36765
Posting Job Location:  Waldkirch (bei Freiburg)
Full-time/Part-time:  Full-time

Contact: Sarah Disch

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