Senior Researcher – Computer Vision and Image Processing

Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd.; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Montreal seeks a Senior Researcher specialized in Computer Vision and Image Processing for a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will contribute to advancements in AI, mentoring junior talent, and managing impactful projects. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a related field and a strong publication record in prominent AI conferences. Proficiency in French is expected, along with a strong command of English to collaborate effectively with international teams.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in a relevant field.
• Deep understanding of computer vision and image processing.
• Strong publication record in top-tier AI conferences.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research in computer vision and machine learning.
• Mentor junior engineers and interns.
• Manage projects and deliver results on time.
• Stay updated on advancements in the field.

Skills

Computer vision algorithms

Machine learning techniques

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or Robotics

Job description

Huawei Canada has an immediate 12-month contract job opening for a Senior Researcher-Computer Vision and Image Processing.

About the team:

Founded in 2012, the Noah’s Ark lab has evolved into a prominent research organization with notable achievements in academia and industry. The lab’s mission focuses on advancing artificial intelligence and related fields to benefit the company and society. Driven by impactful, long-term projects, the aim is to enhance state-of-the-art research while integrating innovations into the company's products and services, including LLMs, RL, NLP, computer vision, AI theory, and Autonomous driving.

Responsibilities:

• Independently contribute to research and development efforts within the area of computer vision and machine learning.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate image/video processing solutions into the broader real-world application system.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and interns, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Contribute to the development of our intellectual property portfolio through patent filings and publications.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and advancements in computer vision and machine learning. Proactively identify opportunities for innovation.
• Independently manage projects and deliver high-quality results within established timelines.

About the ideal candidate:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. is an asset) in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field with a focus on computer vision and machine learning.
• Deep understanding of computer vision and image processing algorithms and techniques, such as diffusion models, image generation, image editing, image super-resolution, and so on.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• A strong publication record in top-tier AI conferences/journals (e.g., CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, etc.).

Huawei aims to support a French‑speaking work environment for its employees in Quebec. We have taken steps to avoid requiring a language other than French for this position. However, proficiency in English is essential for this role for the following reasons:

The person will be required to communicate regularly with colleagues located outside Quebec, where English is the primary language used for communication between offices. In addition, the nature of the tasks related to this position, which falls within a highly specialized field of artificial intelligence, also requires knowledge of English.