Research Engineer

Amadeus; Carnaxide; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology, as a Research Engineer focused on computer vision and biometric solutions. You will turn research ideas into production-ready ML tech powering products like Seamless Travel, collaborating with a cross‑country team across Lisbon, Porto and Gaia.

You will work through data acquisition, model training and deployment, tackling diverse challenges, and exploring novel directions while benefiting from a hybrid remote work model and strong learning

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in computer vision in industry or research setting.
• Strong Python and ML skills with hands-on experience training deep learning models for image-based tasks.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and able to work across different technologies and tools.
• Nice to have: software engineering and C# experience; biometrics experience (trainings provided).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the biometric capture pipelines and applied-research roadmap for face recognition, image quality and anti-spoofing.
• Cover the full research lifecycle: data acquisition, annotation, model training, experimentation and delivery.
• Work across tools and environments to keep research moving beyond pure software development.
• Solve deployment challenges and escalate SDK support requests as needed.
• Promote best practices for security, governance, quality and software lifecycle management.
• Explore novel directions, contribute to patents and publications, and share knowledge with the team.

Skills

Python

Computer Vision

Machine Learning

Communication

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

C#

Job description

Job Title

Research Engineer

Summary

Join Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology, and help build the next generation of computer vision and digital identity solutions. As a Researcher, you will turn promising research ideas into production-ready computer vision and machine learning technologies that power products like Seamless Travel. You will be part of a collaborative, largely remote research team across Lisbon and Porto/Gaia, working across the full research lifecycle, from data acquisition and annotation to model training and delivery. If you enjoy variety, solving complex problems and learning new technologies, this is a place to grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build the future of biometrics: Contribute to the applied-research roadmap for face recognition, image quality and anti-spoofing, and help design innovative biometric capture pipelines;
• Cover the full research lifecycle: Work on data acquisition, annotation, deep learning model training, experimentation and delivery of research outcomes;
• Work across tools and environments: Set up and use different machines, ecosystems and infrastructure to keep research moving, rather than focusing on software development alone;
• Solve real-world challenges: Help resolve complex technical issues, deployment challenges and escalated SDK support requests;
• Maintain high standards: Promote best practices for security, governance, quality and software lifecycle management;
• Innovate and grow: Explore novel directions, contribute to patents and publications, and share knowledge with your team;

About The Ideal Candidate:

• 2-3 years of experience in computer vision, gained in industry or a public research institution;
• Strong Python and machine learning skills, with hands‑on experience training deep learning models for image‑based tasks;
• Versatile and adaptable, comfortable with ambiguity and confident working across different technologies and tools;
• Independent and resilient, with creative problem‑solving skills and strong communication;
• Nice to have: software engineering and C# experience; biometrics experience (you will learn on the job, with internal training provided).

What We Can Offer You:

• A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer.
• A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
• Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
• A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life. We care about our employees and strive to provide a supportive work environment.
• A hybrid working model - We want our employees to do their best work, however the hybrid model works best for them.
• A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
• A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long‑lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.
• A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.

Diversity & Inclusion

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, andas a role model for an inclusive employee experience.

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer and committed to an accessible recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation,age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.