Algorithm Engineer

Analogic; Salem (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Flexible vacation

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match

Job summary

Analogic is seeking an Algorithm Engineer to help solve detection and classification challenges for global aviation and homeland security initiatives. You will work on AI/ML and computer vision applications to advance security technology.

Join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to research, model development, and production deployment while documenting results for stakeholders. A strong foundation in AI/ML, CV, and programming is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in AI, ML, CV, or image processing
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security vetting

Responsibilities

• Develop algorithms for detection, classification, image analysis, and AI/ML applications.
• Design tools and methods for data analysis, testing, validation, and model improvement.
• Research and apply emerging technologies in AI, ML, and deep learning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to move concepts from research to production.
• Document technical work and communicate results to stakeholders.
• Contribute to innovative security screening solutions.

Skills

AI/ML

Computer Vision

Object Detection

Deep Learning

Python

MATLAB

C++

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Windows/Linux

Explainable AI

Education

Engineering/CS/Physics/Data Science degree

Tools

Windows

Linux

MATLAB

Job description

Shape the Future of Security Technology

At Analogic, we're developing advanced security screening solutions powered by Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, 3D imaging, and computer vision. We're seeking an Algorithm Engineer to help solve complex detection and classification challenges that support global aviation and homeland security initiatives.

Whether you're launching your career or bringing several years of experience, this is an opportunity to work on innovative technology with real-world impact.

What You'll Do

• Develop algorithms for detection, classification, image analysis, and AI/ML applications.
• Design tools and methods for data analysis, testing, validation, and model improvement.
• Research and apply emerging technologies in AI, machine learning, and deep learning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to move concepts from research to production.
• Document technical work and communicate results to a variety of stakeholders.
• Contribute to innovative solutions that enhance security screening capabilities.

What We're Looking For

Education

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field.

Experience

Early Career Engineer (0-2 Years)

• Academic, internship, research, or project experience in AI, machine learning, computer vision, image processing, or software development.
• Familiarity with algorithm development and data analysis.

Emerging Engineer (2-4 Years)

• Hands-on experience applying algorithms, machine learning models, or data analysis techniques.
• Experience developing technical solutions in academic or professional environments.

Experienced Engineer (5-8+ Years)

• Proven experience designing, implementing, and optimizing algorithms or AI/ML solutions.
• Strong technical expertise in machine learning, computer vision, image processing, or related disciplines.
• Experience mentoring and providing technical leadership is a plus.

Preferred Technical Skills

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Computer Vision & Image Processing
• Object Detection & Classification
• Deep Learning
• Python, MATLAB, C++
• TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras
• Windows and Linux development environments
• Explainable AI

Experience in aviation security, cargo screening, military systems, or threat detection applications is highly desirable.

Additional Requirements

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Must be eligible to obtain applicable U.S. Government security vetting.

Why Analogic?

Join a team where advanced technology meets real-world impact. You'll work alongside talented engineers and researchers solving challenging problems while helping create safer transportation and security systems worldwide.

What We Offer:

We appreciate that our employees work diligently to contribute to our success as an organization. We also recognize the importance of work-life balance and therefore developed a competitive total rewards package including programs that offer employees flexibility to balance their work and life including:

• 9/80 work schedule – enjoy every other Friday off!
• Flexible Vacation – employees can take time off as is reasonably needed
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability plans.
• HRA (for PPO plan participants) /HSA (Health Savings Account for high deductible plan participants) contribution
• 401K with company match and immediate vesting
• Continuous Education Assistance
• Supportive culture that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence