Real-Time Computer Vision Engineer (C++) — Edge Perception

Shield AI; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Computer Vision C++ Engineer to support real-time perception for autonomous systems at our Melbourne facility. You will design, develop, and integrate custom computer vision algorithms into high-performance C++ pipelines for edge computing with a focus on reliability and deployment in challenging environments.

The role requires expertise in CV fundamentals, strong software engineering skills, and a track record of delivering from research concepts to deployable software.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Designing and implementing custom computer vision algorithms from scratch.
• Solid foundational understanding of computer vision, image processing, and machine learning.
• 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 to deliver reliable edge solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate real-time computer vision algorithms into C++ pipelines.
• Build edge-deployed perception capabilities for autonomous systems.
• Collaborate with AI, robotics, and optical engineers to deliver reliable solutions.

Skills

C++

Real-time systems

Computer vision algorithms

Software engineering fundamentals

Version control

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Vision / CS / Engineering

Master's or PhD in related field (preferred)

Tools

OpenCV

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a Computer Vision C++ Engineer to support real-time perception for autonomous systems at our Melbourne facility. You will design, develop, and integrate custom computer vision algorithms into high-performance C++ pipelines for edge computing with a focus on reliability and deployment in challenging environments.

The role requires expertise in CV fundamentals, strong software engineering skills, and a track record of delivering from research concepts to deployable software.