Shield AI, a venture-backed defence technology company, is seeking a Computer Vision Engineer (C++) to join their team in Port Melbourne. The company specializes in building intelligent autonomous systems for aircraft with a mission to protect service members and civilians through AI and autonomy. This role offers an exciting opportunity for both recent PhD graduates and experienced developers to work on cutting-edge vision and AI technology for real-world defence challenges.
The position involves developing innovative, real-time perception solutions for next-generation autonomous platforms. You'll be working on custom algorithm development - not just applying existing libraries - and collaborating with expert AI and deep learning engineers to integrate computer vision into real-time pipelines across various unmanned systems.
Key responsibilities include designing and implementing novel computer vision algorithms optimized for real-time performance, developing C++-based CV pipelines, and working with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have deep proficiency in C++, strong experience in custom computer vision algorithms, and a solid understanding of computer vision principles.
Additional valuable skills include experience in object detection, SLAM, camera calibration, automated video surveillance, and familiarity with OpenCV. A Master's or PhD in Computer Science or related field and previous Defence experience are highly desirable. The role offers competitive compensation including salary and equity, along with opportunities for career growth and collaboration with industry experts.