Computer Vision Engineer (C++) (R4633)

The role

You will design and build custom computer vision algorithms for real-time performance. You will work on C++ vision pipelines for autonomous mission systems, alongside AI, robotics and optical engineers.

What you will do

• Design and implement novel computer vision algorithms from scratch, optimised for real-time performance.
• Develop and maintain C++-based CV pipelines as part of autonomous mission systems.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of AI, robotics and optical engineers to deliver reliable edge solutions.
• Support the integration of deep learning models into broader CV systems, working closely with AI experts.
• Stay across current academic research and emerging techniques in computer vision and ML.

Required qualifications

• Deep proficiency in C++ and comfortable working in high-performance real-time environments.
• Strong experience writing custom computer vision algorithms, beyond just library use.
• Solid understanding of computer vision, image processing and machine learning principles.

Nice to have

• Experience in object detection, target tracking or 3D reconstruction.
• Experience in SLAM, camera calibration or behaviour analysis.
• Experience in automated video surveillance or other related real-time vision systems.
• Familiarity with OpenCV and similar vision toolkits.
• Exposure to deep learning for image classification, recognition or sequence modelling.
• Interest in combining deep learning and CV pipelines in real-time deployment scenarios.
• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• Previous Defence experience.

Benefits

• Salary plus equity for permanent roles.
• A strong career development pathway.
• Opportunity to build mission-critical vision and autonomy systems.

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
• Salary depends on skill set, experience, licences and certifications, and work location.

About the company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defence-tech company that builds intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies.