Científico de Datos Senior con Enfoque en Visión por Computadora

Placements24; Mérida; On-site; EUR 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Relocation support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Data Scientist focused on Computer Vision to join our Mérida-based team. You will develop cutting-edge CV models, deploy them to production, and collaborate with engineers to deliver real-world AI solutions.

You’ll apply deep learning, image processing, and large datasets expertise while mentoring peers and contributing to research initiatives and knowledge sharing across projects.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science or AI with CV specialization.
• 5+ years hands-on experience deploying CV models in production.
• Proficiency in Python and frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Strong image processing knowledge and classical CV algorithms.
• Experience with large datasets and distributed computing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy state-of-the-art CV models for detection, segmentation, and recognition.
• Analyze image/video data to extract actionable insights.
• Design robust data pipelines for training and evaluation.
• Collaborate with software engineers to integrate models into production.
• Research new CV techniques and publish findings internally.
• Mentor junior data scientists and document model performance.

Skills

Python

Deep learning

Computer Vision

TensorFlow

PyTorch

OpenCV

Data pipelines

Cloud platforms

Team mentoring

Research

Education

Masters/PhD in CS/AI

Tools

OpenCV

scikit-image

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking technology company specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, is looking for a Senior Data Scientist with a focus on Computer Vision to join their innovative team in Mérida, Yucatán, MX. This role is crucial for developing and implementing advanced computer vision models that solve real-world problems. You will be instrumental in extracting insights from visual data, building sophisticated algorithms, and deploying them into production systems. We are seeking a candidate with a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI and a strong desire to contribute to groundbreaking projects. The ideal candidate will possess a deep theoretical understanding and practical experience in computer vision, deep learning, and data science methodologies. You will have the opportunity to work with large-scale datasets and collaborate with a talented group of researchers and engineers in a stimulating environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy state-of-the-art computer vision models for tasks such as object detection, image segmentation, facial recognition, and 3D reconstruction.
• Analyze and interpret complex image and video data to extract actionable insights.
• Design and implement robust data pipelines for training and evaluating computer vision models.
• Collaborate with software engineers to integrate computer vision models into production applications and systems.
• Conduct research on new computer vision techniques and algorithms, assessing their potential applications.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research papers, trends, and tools in the computer vision and AI fields.
• Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the team's technical growth.
• Document findings, methodologies, and model performance thoroughly.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field with a specialization in computer vision.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in developing and deploying computer vision models in a professional setting.
• Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
• Strong understanding of image processing techniques, feature extraction, and classical computer vision algorithms.
• Experience with deep learning architectures relevant to computer vision (CNNs, RNNs, Transformers).
• Familiarity with libraries like OpenCV, scikit-image, and data augmentation techniques.
• Experience working with large datasets and distributed computing environments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively present complex technical information.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Generous health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, including attendance at leading AI conferences.
• Access to cutting-edge research and development resources.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in beautiful Mérida, Yucatán, MX.
• Support for continuous learning and skill enhancement.
• Performance-based incentives and career growth opportunities.
• Relocation support may be available for exceptional candidates.