Machine Vision Researcher

microTECH Global Limited; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 102,762 - 159,853; Full time

Job summary

Weilheim, Germany-based research role focused on advancing 2D/3D machine vision for high-precision metrology and defect inspection. You will prototype new technologies, validate deterministic algorithms, and integrate them into a production-grade C++ core vision library.

The position requires extensive R&D experience and strong mathematical foundations. Responsibilities include building optical setups, evaluating customer use cases, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and external

Qualifications

• Masters/PhD in physics, math, CS or equivalent with strong focus on computational imaging or advanced optical sensing
• 8+ years in an R&D environment with proven track record in machine vision
• Solid mathematical foundations: linear algebra, numerical optimization, 3D coordinate transforms, camera/sensor calibration
• Deep knowledge of modern high-performance C++ to integrate algorithms into a real-time core library
• Experience with HALCON or similar image processing frameworks
• Familiarity with optical metrology standards (ISO) a plus
• Experience with AI-based/deep learning inspection techniques is welcome
• Experience with GPU/FPGA/ARM/Embedded deployment beneficial

Responsibilities

• Scout, evaluate and prototype emerging 2D/3D machine vision technologies including new hardware, optics and data modalities
• Design and mathematically validate deterministic algorithms for high-precision metrology and defect detection
• Translate research concepts into production-ready logic in a low-latency vision library
• Design and build optical lab setups to test new inspection methodologies
• Draft and evaluate customer use cases and facilitate cross-team integration
• Bridge research and practical application by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and external partners

Skills

Machine vision

Linear algebra

Numerical optimization

3D transformations

Camera calibration

AI/Deep Learning

GPU/Embedded hardware

Education

Master’s or PhD in Physics, Mathematics, CS or equivalent with computational imaging/optical sensing

Tools

C++17+

HALCON

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Machine Vision Researcher

Location: Weilheim, Germany

Type: Permanent

Our client are an international semiconductor company

Responsibilities

• Actively scout, evaluate, and prototype emerging 2D/3D machine vision technologies, including new hardware setups, advanced optics, and novel data modalities
• Design and mathematically validate next-generation, deterministic algorithms for 2D/3D ultra-high-precision metrology, appearance defect detection, and quality inspection
• Translate your researched concepts into highly performant, production-ready logic within our proprietary, low-latency C++ core vision library
• Design and build advanced optical lab setups to test complex customer use cases and prove the viability of new inspection methodologies
• Identify, draft and evaluate customer specific use cases and be an active agent in the integration of different teams and stakeholder
• Act as the bridge between cutting-edge research and practical application, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and external research partners

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or equivalent with a strong focus on computational imaging or advanced optical sensing
• Over 8 years in an R&D environment (industrial lab or applied research institute) with proven track record in development of advanced machine vision solutions
• Deep expertise in the mathematical foundations of computer vision, including linear algebra, numerical optimization, 3D co-ordinate transformations and advanced camera/sensor calibration
• Solid understanding of modern, high-performance C++ (C++17 and beyond) to ensure that novel algorithms can be efficiently integrated into our real-time core library
• Strong familiarity with HALCON or similar frameworks for image processing
• Knowledge of international standards for optical metrology would be a plus (e.g. ISO standards for surface texture, dimensional measurement accuracy, and calibration traceability)
• Experience with AI-based/Deep Learning inspection techniques is a welcome addition to your classic, deterministic vision toolkit
• Experience with hardware-accelerated computing and deployment on GPU, FPGA, ARM, or Embedded Systems would be beneficial