Senior Engineer, Computer Vision, C++

Shield AI

Computer Vision Engineer developing real-time perception capabilities for Shield AI's autonomous systems. Focusing on advanced computer vision algorithms in high-performance software environments.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeMelbourne • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and integrating advanced computer vision algorithms within high-performance C++ software pipelines, focusing on real-time performance and reliability in edge compute environments. Proven ability to translate research concepts into deployable software while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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C++ ProgrammingComputer Vision Algorithm DevelopmentReal-Time Software DevelopmentMachine Learning PrinciplesCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Computer VisionImage ProcessingPerformance OptimizationData StructuresAlgorithmsVersion ControlCustom Algorithm DesignReal-Time SystemsEdge ComputingSoftware Integration

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingTechnical Ownership

Industry Keywords

Autonomous SystemsPerception CapabilitiesBespoke AlgorithmsRobustness EnhancementMultidisciplinary Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development of real-time perception capabilities for Shield AI's autonomous systems.
Design, develop, and integrate advanced computer vision algorithms into high-performance C++ software pipelines.
Build custom perception capabilities from the ground up, focusing on real-time performance, reliability, and deployment in edge compute environments.
Translate research concepts into deployable software while working on bespoke algorithms.
Support the development and integration of learned perception models into real-time computer vision pipelines.
Improve model performance across varied conditions and work with datasets to enhance robustness.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Computer Vision, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
Deep proficiency in C++, with proven experience developing software in high-performance, real-time environments.
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing custom computer vision algorithms from scratch, rather than exclusively applying existing libraries.
Solid foundational understanding of computer vision, image processing, and machine learning principles.
Strong software engineering fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, performance optimization, and version control.
Proven ability to own technical work from ambiguous requirements through algorithm design, implementation, integration, and delivery.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary cross-functional teams, including AI experts, robotics engineers, and optical engineers, to deliver reliable edge solutions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
Committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
Offers accommodation for disabilities or special needs upon request.