AI Researcher - Computer Vision

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Conference travel opportunities

State-of-the-art computing resources

Competitive research salary

Professional development support

Job summary

Our client is seeking a brilliant AI Researcher specializing in computer vision to join their R&D team in Upington, Northern Cape. You will lead research on image and video analysis, develop novel algorithms for detection and segmentation, and publish results at top venues.

The role emphasizes deep learning expertise, strong theoretical foundations, and collaboration with a talented team to push visual intelligence forward in pioneering AI systems.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, AI, or related field with CV specialization.
• Proven research in CV, with publications in top venues or journals.
• Strong theoretical understanding of deep learning, CNNs, and related AI techniques.
• Proficiency in Python and DL frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with CV libraries (OpenCV).

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge CV and deep learning research for image and video analysis.
• Develop and implement novel algorithms for detection, segmentation, tracking, and classification.
• Design, train, and evaluate deep neural networks for CV applications.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to translate research into practical solutions.
• Publish findings at conferences/journals and contribute to research roadmaps.

Skills

Python programming

Deep learning

CNNs

OpenCV

TensorFlow/PyTorch

Research communication

Education

Ph.D. or MSc in CS/EE/AI with CV specialization

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

OpenCV

Job description

Our client, a renowned leader in the field of AI and emerging technologies, is seeking a brilliant AI Researcher specializing in Computer Vision to join their esteemed R&D team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is at the vanguard of AI innovation, focused on developing novel algorithms and models for image recognition, object detection, scene understanding, and video analysis. You will contribute to high-impact research projects, pushing the boundaries of visual intelligence and its applications. The ideal candidate possesses a strong theoretical foundation, a proven track record of research excellence, and a passion for solving complex challenges in computer vision. You will collaborate with a talented team of scientists and engineers in a stimulating research environment. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated researcher to make significant contributions to the advancement of artificial intelligence within the Northern Cape region. We are looking for individuals driven by curiosity and a desire to create the next generation of visual AI systems. Your work will be integral to developing intelligent systems that can perceive and interpret the world around us with unprecedented accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in computer vision and deep learning for image and video analysis.
• Develop and implement novel algorithms for tasks such as object detection, segmentation, tracking, and classification.
• Design, train, and evaluate deep neural networks for computer vision applications.
• Collaborate with other researchers and engineers to translate research into practical solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computer vision, AI, and machine learning.
• Publish research findings in top-tier academic conferences and journals.
• Contribute to the development of research roadmaps and strategies.
• Analyze and interpret complex visual data to extract meaningful insights.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts to demonstrate research ideas.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to a collaborative research culture.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field with a specialization in Computer Vision.
• Proven research experience in computer vision, demonstrated through publications in leading conferences (e.g., CVPR, ICCV, ECCV) or journals.
• Strong theoretical understanding of deep learning, convolutional neural networks (CNNs), and other relevant AI techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with computer vision libraries (e.g., OpenCV).
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a research team.
• Experience working within the Northern Cape is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and research-focused compensation.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off and professional development support.
• Opportunities to attend and present at international conferences.
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and computing resources.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating research environment in Upington .
• The chance to contribute to pioneering AI research with significant real-world applications.