Senior Vision Software Engineer (3D Metrology & Algorithms)

LMI Technologies; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 102,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized Canadian technology firm seeks a Senior Vision Software Engineer to lead 3D algorithm development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in classical computer vision and C/C++ programming, with responsibilities including mentoring team members and optimizing software tools. The role offers a hybrid work model based in Burnaby, BC, along with competitive health benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Profit sharing program

Flexible working hours

On-site fitness facility

Free snacks and drinks

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in classical computer vision or image-based signal processing.
• Expert-level C/C++ programming skills.
• Solid grasp of multi-threading and synchronization.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop 3D acquisition algorithms for high-fidelity data.
• Lead technical projects and mentor junior team members.
• Optimize manufacturing software tools.

Skills

Classical computer vision

3D metrology

Signal processing

C/C++ programming

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Graduate Degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science or related field

Tools

C#

Python

Job description

LMI Technologies, recognized as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces, is a medium-sized technology company built on a culture of openness, respect and professional excellence. At LMI our staff work passionately toward the common goal of designing and delivering innovative 3D machine vision solutions to OEMs and Syst-effective 3D sensor technologies that deliver the best results in even the most challenging 3D inline inspection applications.

Senior Vision Software Engineer is a technical leadership role within our R&D team, reporting to the Software Development Manager. You will be the driving force behind the core algorithms that allow our sensors to perceive and reconstruct the 3D world.

We are seeking an expert in classical computer vision, 3D metrology, and signal processing to design, develop, and perfect the high-performance 3D acquisition and calibration algorithms at the heart of our next-generation sensor products. While this is not primarily a machine learning position, an ML background is welcome as an additional skill and may be valuable in the future.

You will join a close-knit, multi-disciplinary team of 14 engineers (software, electrical, mechanical/optical) and will have the opportunity to mentor junior members and lead complex technical projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate is a passionate, a0hands-on expert who thrives on solving difficult algorithmic problems and developing production-ready, highly optimized C/C++ code.

Core Responsibilities

Technical Design & Development

• Design and develop robust 3D acquisition algorithms for our sensors to produce high-fidelity 3D data from 2D images.
• Develop and improve critical components of our sensor calibration and acquisition pipeline.
• Write and optimize manufacturing software tools (e.g., for focusing, alignment, and calibration) required to build and test new sensors.
• Characterize, validate, and document prototype sensor performance, working with the team to integrate final designs for customer use.

Problem Solving & Leadership

• Lead technical investigations into challenging acquisition problems and algorithm improvements, producing reports and documentation for senior management.
• Demonstrate strong ownership, driving complex projects to completion within reliable time frames.
• Mentor other team members, lead peer design and code reviews, and act as a subject matter expert for the team.
• Proactively contribute to and implement continuous improvement initiatives in our development processes.

What You Need to Be Successful (Qualifications)

Must-Have Qualifications:

• A Graduate Degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field with a focus on computer vision or signal processing is strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of professional experience in classical computer vision, 3D metrology, computational geometry, point cloud processing, scene reconstruction, or image-based signal processing.
• Expert-level C/C++ programming skills and a strong understanding of C#.
• Proven experience in independently planning and leading complex software projects from design to completion.
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, advanced data structures (lists, trees, binning), and algorithm optimization.
• Strong foundational knowledge of mathematics and statistics.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Solid grasp of memory management, multi-threading, and synchronization.

Please Note: This role does not involve machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), or AI. Experience in those fields is not relevant for this position.

Preferred Qualifications (Assets):

• Previous experience as a team lead, technical lead, or Scrum Master.
• Experience developing for a manufacturing, robotics, or factory automation environment.
• Proficiency with scripting languages like Python for testing and tooling.

What We Offer

• Salary Range: $102,400 - $145,920
• Health Benefits: Full health care coverage (with 100% paid premiums) including dental, vision, and drugs for you and your family.
• Financial Perks: A competitive Profit Sharing Program, a Group Retirement Savings Plan, and a monthly internet allowance depending on the location.
• Work-Life Balance: We support a healthy balance with hybrid work arrangements, flextime, and generous paid time off.
• Growth & Development: An annual Education Support Program for training and professional growth, plus annual performance reviews and Lunch & Learns.
• Culture & Perks: Free healthy snacks and drinks, team-building budgets, tenure awards, and our official "May the 4th" (Star Wars Day) company holiday.
• Wellness: Access to an on-site fitness facility, tennis/basketball court, and company-wide wellness challenges.
• Location & Hybrid Work: Hybrid position based out of Burnaby, BC headquarters. Preference will be given to local candidates.
• Relocation & Sponsorship: Financial relocation assistance and immigration sponsorship are not available for this position.

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