Perception/Computer Vision Engineer

Walaris

Perception/Computer Vision Engineer developing embedded real-time detection, classification, and tracking systems. Building autonomous defense technology for military, government, and critical infrastructure customers.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the full software lifecycle, including design, architecture, and deployment of computer vision systems. Proficient in developing algorithms for object detection and tracking, with a strong understanding of camera systems and embedded platforms.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Computer VisionPython ProgrammingC++ or Rust ProficiencyObject Tracking and DetectionEmbedded Linux Platforms

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Hard Skills

Algorithm DevelopmentObject DetectionImage ProcessingReal-Time InferenceTarget GuidanceTarget Re-IdentificationCamera Systems KnowledgeCross-Functional CollaborationScalable Embedded FunctionalityEnvironmental Adaptation Techniques

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdaptabilityProblem-SolvingTrustworthinessResponsibility

Tools & Technologies

NVIDIA JetsonEmbedded SystemsComputer Vision PipelinesADSBRadarRF Inputs

Industry Keywords

RoboticsAutonomous Defense SystemsPerception EngineeringEnvironmental Noise HandlingField Trials

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonRust

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the full software lifecycle from design and architecture through deployment and live field trials.
Maintain feedback loops from implementation to test and evaluation to improve product performance.
Adapt the perception stack to handle environmental noise, clutter, rain, and low-contrast target profiles.
Integrate computer vision pipelines onto edge hardware for real-time inference and offboard control.
Develop and optimize algorithms for object detection, classification, tracking, target guidance, and target re-identification.
Correlate camera-based perception outputs with ADSB, radar, and RF inputs.
Build robust, efficient, and scalable embedded perception functionality for real-time detect, classify, and track systems.
Collaborate in cross-functional, international engineering teams on mission-critical autonomous defense systems.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 4+ years of experience working as a Computer Vision generalist or perception engineer
Advanced proficiency in Python
Proficiency in C++ or Rust
Familiarity with embedded Linux platforms, particularly NVIDIA Jetson devices
Demonstrated experience in object tracking, target detection, or image processing
Capability to work in a fast-paced, high-trust environment under a responsible engineer framework
Deep knowledge of camera systems working principles
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations under export-control regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive starting salary
Unlimited PTO
Health benefits usable for medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K
Paid parental leave