Principal AI Engineer

EDGE Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a senior ML/AI software engineer to design and implement machine learning solutions for edge devices, focusing on video analytics, object detection, and real-time processing.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, adapt to changing priorities, and extend working hours when required, with travel for field testing as needed. The role is on-site in Abu Dhabi and offers opportunities to drive advanced defence technology projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in designing and implementing machine learning algorithms.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop software components based on defined requirements and design specifications.
• Analyze, debug, and resolve software issues on embedded devices and PC-based systems.
• Perform software integration and ensure proper functioning across modules.
• Conduct verification activities such as testing, analysis, and reviews to ensure quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems using AI, computer vision, and video analytics techniques.
• Develop and maintain video analytics solutions on edge devices using Python and C/C++.
• Implement algorithms for object detection, tracking, recognition, and classification.
• Ensure compliance with software development standards, quality assurance processes, and configuration management guidelines.
• Follow company policies, statutory regulations, and safety requirements.

Skills

Data Science

Python

C/C++

Shell scripting

Git

Docker

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field

Job description

Job Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode:

On-site

Job Reference/ID:

733351422

Job Description / Role:

Work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and tight deadlines. Ability to work under pressure and extend working hours when required. Willingness to travel and provide field support during testing. Operate under general guidance from a Manager or Mentor, with responsibility for planning and prioritizing daily tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop software components based on defined requirements and design specifications.
• Analyze, debug, and resolve software issues on embedded devices and PC-based systems.
• Perform software integration and ensure proper functioning across modules.
• Conduct verification activities such as testing, analysis, and reviews to ensure quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems using AI, computer vision, and video analytics techniques.
• Develop and maintain video analytics solutions on edge devices using Python and C/C++.
• Implement algorithms for object detection, tracking, recognition, and classification.
• Ensure compliance with software development standards, quality assurance processes, and configuration management guidelines.
• Follow company policies, statutory regulations, and safety requirements.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in designing and implementing machine learning algorithms.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.

Skills Required:

• Data Science
• Python
• C/C++
• Shell scripting
• Git
• Docker

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

About the Company:

Abu Dhabi advanced technology and defence conglomerate formed in 2019 by consolidating numerous UAE defence and technology entities. It operates across platforms and systems, missiles and weapons, space and cyber technologies, trading and mission support, and electronic warfare, producing unmanned systems, guided munitions, armoured vehicles, naval vessels, and secure communications.

Company Industry:

Defense & Aerospace

Department / Functional Area:

Engineering

Closing Date:

Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)