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Allen Control Systems · 8 hours ago

Computer Vision & Machine Learning Engineer, Senior

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup focused on developing autonomous systems for drone neutralization. The Senior Computer Vision & Machine Learning Engineer will lead the development of algorithms for real-time drone detection and tracking, design machine learning models, and mentor junior engineers.

DronesManufacturingMilitaryRobotics

Responsibilities

Lead the development and optimization of computer vision algorithms for our autonomous gun turret, focusing on real-time drone detection, tracking, and classification

Design and implement machine learning models that can operate in resource-constrained environments while maintaining high accuracy and reliability

Collaborate closely with electrical engineers to integrate computer vision systems into the turret's hardware architecture

Conduct extensive testing and validation of computer vision algorithms in various scenarios to ensure robustness and performance under different environmental conditions

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the overall growth of the machine learning and computer vision expertise within the company

Contribute to the hardening of the prototype turret into a military-grade system, and assist in developing variants for different weapon systems and engagement ranges

Qualification

Machine LearningComputer VisionRoboticsPythonC++TensorFlowPyTorchEmbedded SystemsMentoringCollaboration

Required

Deep passion for machine learning, computer vision, and robotics, and have been exploring these areas since early in your career

At least a Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong focus on machine learning and computer vision

6+ years of experience working on machine-learning-based computer vision, ideally in the context of robotics

A proven track record of developing and deploying computer vision systems, ideally in real-time or safety-critical applications

Proficient in Python, C++, and have experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar

Experience with embedded systems and integrating computer vision algorithms into hardware

Familiar with various sensors (e.g., cameras, LIDAR, RADAR) and their integration into autonomous systems

You enjoy mentoring and collaborating with other engineers to solve complex technical challenges