about 5 hours ago
Head of Computer Vision Engineering
Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
full-timeleaddefense
Tech Stack
Description
You will lead the computer vision strategy and roadmap, design and optimize algorithms for visual navigation, object detection, and tracking on drone platforms, and build a high-performing team to deliver next-generation UAV solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field; PhD is a plus
- Strong experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and architectures such as CNNs, object detectors, and tracking algorithms
- Proficiency in object detection models (YOLO, Faster R-CNN, SSD, etc.)
- Solid understanding of visual SLAM, structure-from-motion, and navigation techniques
- Programming skills in Python and C++ (ROS experience is a plus)
- Familiarity with OpenCV, CUDA, and real-time video processing
- Proven ability to lead and build high-performing teams in fast-paced, innovative environments
- Hands-on approach with strong ownership and accountability
- Systematic problem-solving skills and excellent documentation habits
- Collaborative mindset with a team-first attitude
Responsibilities
- Lead the computer vision strategy and roadmap
- Define milestones aligned with company goals, establish systematic development processes, and ensure timely delivery of innovative computer vision capabilities
- Design, implement, and optimize computer vision algorithms for visual navigation
- Develop real-time object detection and classification, multi-object tracking across frames and scenes, and visual SLAM for outdoor navigation
- Integrate vision systems with robotic platforms and edge devices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy robust solutions in production environments
- Design and optimize algorithms and architectures for object detection, tracking, segmentation, and scene understanding
- Evaluate and benchmark models using real-world datasets and simulations
- Build and develop a high-performing team
- Lead by example, mentor engineers, and foster a culture of growth, collaboration, and technical excellence
- Continuously research and implement state-of-the-art computer vision techniques
- Champion code quality and documentation through code reviews and clear documentation
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