BRINC Drones · 1 month ago
Autonomy Engineer, Computer Vision
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$122K/yr - $275K/yr
3+ years expBRINC is redefining public safety with innovative life-saving tools, including drones and communication devices. The Computer Vision Engineer will advance visual perception and autonomy capabilities for UAVs, focusing on designing and optimizing real-time computer vision algorithms for challenging environments.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)DronesLaw EnforcementPublic SafetyRobotics
Responsibilities
Research, design, and implement vision-based localization and mapping algorithms, including VIO and VSLAM
Develop real-time computer vision pipelines for tracking, depth estimation, stereo/mono reconstruction, and dense/semi-dense mapping
Architect and optimize vision-centric sensor fusion systems combining cameras, IMUs, LiDAR, radar, and other sensors for robustness in diverse environments
Build perception algorithms enabling vision-based navigation, including feature tracking, obstacle detection, and perception-driven flight behaviors
Develop computer vision and machine learning models for scene understanding, object detection, and dynamic obstacle identification
Implement and optimize CV pipelines on embedded GPU or accelerator platforms, focusing on high performance and low latency
Validate perception and autonomy performance through simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and real-world flight testing
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with autonomy, controls, mechanical, and firmware systems
Contribute to technical strategy, establish best practices, and help guide the evolution of the perception stack as the system scales and matures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 3+ years of industry experience. Note - we are considering candidates for mid-career, senior, and principal positions
Strong programming skills in C++ and Python, with experience building real-time systems
Experience developing computer vision or perception systems for robotics or UAVs, with a foundation in VSLAM, VIO, and/or related topics. Proficiency with standard frameworks and modern computer vision techniques
Familiarity with implementing CV models or pipelines on embedded systems, GPUs, or hardware accelerators
Hands-on experience with robotics or UAV testing, including data collection, system debugging, and field validation
Preferred
Deep knowledge of sensor fusion and tightly coupled vision–IMU systems
Experience with machine learning–based perception, including training and optimizing deep models for edge hardware
Background in vision-based navigation, visual servoing, or perception-driven autonomy
Strong understanding of real-time systems, GPU optimization, or high-performance computer vision
Familiarity with UAV safety, reliability, and regulatory considerations for autonomous systems
Ability to help shape architecture, mentor engineers, and drive cross-functional technical decisions as needed
Experience with ROS, PX4, MAVSDK, and/or similar robotics middleware
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families
401K plan
Maternity and paternity leave
Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)
Flexible work environment
Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)
Free parking (Seattle office)
Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)
Company
BRINC Drones
BRINC Drones develops technology that enhances public safety, focusing on hardware, software, and services for emergency responders.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$157.2MKey Investors
Index VenturesAlameda ResearchSam Altman
2025-04-08Series B· $75M
2022-01-01Series B· $55M
2021-10-12Series A· $25M
Leadership Team
Blake Resnick
Founder and CEO
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