Computer Vision & AI Engineer - Lexington, KY

jabil; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Medical Insurance

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Jabil's Badger Technologies in Lexington, KY seeks a Computer Vision and AI Engineer to design deep learning models and edge AI pipelines for inventory auditing in dynamic store environments.

Responsibilities include fine-tuning object detectors, processing high-res shelf imagery, and collaborating across vendors and ROS engineers to deliver high-performance AI solutions. Requires 5+ years in software/AI with a BS in engineering or CS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science is required.
• 5+ years of related experience in software development, neural networks, robotics, and AI.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to present technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design and train deep learning models for fine-grained classification of thousands of retail products.
• Build end-to-end vision pipelines for stitch-stitching, image rectification, and glare removal from moving robot cameras.
• Establish semi-automated data annotation pipelines and synthetic data generation techniques.
• Leverage computer vision and deep learning tools with 3D vision, point cloud processing, and sensor fusion (RGB-D, LiDAR, cameras, radar).
• Work on multi-class object detection, instance segmentation, and metric learning.
• Develop code and AI frameworks in Linux real-time environments using C++ and Python; collaborate with ROS engineers to improve performance.

Skills

Computer Vision

Deep Learning

C++

Python

Linux

ROS

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

ROS

Job description

Job Summary

Computer Vision (CV) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer - based onsite in Lexington, KY at Badger Technologies

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Badger Technologies, a division of Jabil, delivers autonomous robotics, AI-driven analytics, and real-time data solutions that help major retailers improve inventory accuracy, safety, pricing integrity, compliance, and overall store performance. The organization combines startup-level innovation with Jabil's global scale and manufacturing strength.

As a Computer Vision (CV) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer you will design deep learning models and computer vision pipelines to identify, count, and track store merchandise. The role focuses on fine-tuning object detection models, processing high-resolution shelf images, and deploying edge AI solutions to accurately audit inventory in dynamic store environments.

Additionally, you will create new and enhance current AI product offerings as well as support Badger's AI offerings in the field. You will consult on system architectures, assess technical requirements and competencies, and point out shortcomings to produce a high-quality product.

In addition, in this role you will interface with outside vendors used in developing AI solutions, revise and deploy enhanced AI Robotics solutions, develop new testing methodologies to stress the capabilities of current products, and collaborate with ROS engineers to improve solution performance.

What can you expect to do?

• Experience designing and train deep learning models for fine-grained classification of thousands of retail products.
• Experience building end-to-end vision pipelines to handle stitch-stitching, image rectification, and glare removal from moving robot cameras.
• Experience establishing semi-automated data annotation pipelines and synthetic data generation techniques.
• Knowledge of computer vision and deep learning tools, with experience in 3D vision, point cloud processing, camera calibration, and sensor fusion (RGB-D, LiDAR, cameras, radar)
• Experience with multi-class object detection, instance segmentation, and metric learning.
• Familiarity with code development and AI development frameworks, using Linux in a real-time environment, and C++ and Python languages
• Experience optimizing neural networks and data processing pipelines to minimize latency and CPU/GPU usage on embedded edge computing hardware is a plus.

What is the experience needed to be successful in this role?

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or Computer Science required.
• 5+ years of related experience in software development, neural networks, robotics, and artificial intelligence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience supporting AI systems in customer-facing or field environments is highly desirable.

Benefits Package with Jabil

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race,