Senior Machine Learning Scientist II

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Cypress (TX); Hybrid; USD 212,000 - 315,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a highly skilled Computer Vision and Machine Learning Scientist to join their AI team. This role focuses on advancing Multimodal Large Language Models and Computer Vision technologies, contributing to impactful product features. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy advanced algorithms for intelligent perception of visual data. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and 401k with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Fitness Programs

Emotional & Mental Wellness support

Learning & Development programs

Snacks in offices

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Computer Science focusing on MLLMs, CV, ML, or AI.
• Proven research excellence through publications in top-tier venues.
• Experience with CV algorithms on resource-constrained devices.

Responsibilities

• Own key technical areas across the CVML product portfolio.
• Research and develop techniques in MLLMs and Computer Vision.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize algorithms.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Deep Learning Frameworks

Machine Learning

Computer Vision

Research Excellence

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related fields

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

ROS

Job description

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we're on a mission to Protect Life. We pursue society's most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. We value diversity, candor, and care in our collaboration, seeking out perspectives from our customers, communities, and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging, and meaningful. Here, you'll take ownership, drive change, and grow professionally while working on a mission that matters and being part of a company where you matter.

Your Impact

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Computer Vision and Machine Learning Scientist to join our AI team. The focus will be on AI applications in Cloud, Devices, and Robotics. You will play a crucial role in advancing Multimodal Large Language Models (MLLMs) and Computer Vision technologies for our products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy advanced algorithms that enable intelligent perception and understanding of visual data.

What You'll Do

Location: Hybrid in Seattle OR Remote from the US

Reports to: Senior Manager, Research Science

1. Own key technical areas across the CVML product portfolio.
2. Provide technical leadership and mentor junior scientists, guiding R&D concepts into impactful product features.
3. Research and develop techniques in MLLMs, GenAI, and Computer Vision across cloud, devices, and sensors.
4. Design and implement scalable MLLM models for visual data analysis.
5. Address challenges in object detection, recognition, tracking, segmentation, and scene understanding.
6. Optimize algorithms for performance, memory, and energy efficiency, especially for resource-constrained devices.
7. Collaborate with hardware engineers to leverage accelerators and optimize algorithms for hardware architectures.
8. Evaluate model performance with real-world datasets and validate effectiveness.
9. Stay updated with research trends and incorporate findings into projects.
10. Contribute to patents, publications, and technical documentation.
11. Coach and mentor junior scientists.

What You Bring

• PhD with +8 years in Computer Science or related fields focusing on MLLMs, CV, ML, or AI.
• Proven research excellence through publications in top-tier venues.
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras), and experience with ROS.
• Experience in ML lifecycle phases: data shaping, modeling, training, and deployment.
• Ability to leverage research to deliver high-quality models at scale.
• Contributions to the research community via publications, open-source, and challenges.
• Experience with CV algorithms on resource-constrained devices is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, capable of working independently and collaboratively.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• Snacks in offices

Note: Benefits may vary by location and employment type.

The pay range for this role is USD 212,000 to USD 315,000, depending on various factors including location, experience, and skills. For more details, visit www.axon.com/careers/benefits.

We encourage applicants who meet most qualifications to apply, as we value diverse perspectives and long-term thinking. We are committed to an inclusive, equitable workplace and welcome all qualified candidates.

Important Notes

This description is not exhaustive and may change. Some roles may require legal eligibility for firearms environments. Axon is committed to safety, environmental responsibility, and diversity and inclusion. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].