Senior/Staff Computer Vision & Machine Learning Engineer

Allen Control Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

ACS Equity Package

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Allen Control Systems is seeking a Senior/Staff Computer Vision & ML Engineer to build autonomous anti-drone systems. You will develop real-time drone detection, tracking, and classification algorithms and integrate ML models with the turret hardware for robust operation.

The role requires 10+ years in ML-driven computer vision, strong Python/C++ skills, and experience with TensorFlow or PyTorch. You will help harden prototypes into military-grade solutions and explore variants for different

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in machine-learning-based computer vision, ideally in robotics.
• Strong expertise in real-time CV systems and embedded deployment.
• Proficiency in Python and C++ with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience integrating CV algorithms with hardware and sensors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize real-time computer vision algorithms for autonomous anti-drone turret.
• Design and deploy ML models for resource-constrained environments with high reliability.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to integrate CV into turret hardware architecture.
• Test and validate CV algorithms across diverse scenarios for robustness.
• Support hardening of prototypes into military-grade systems and variant development.

Skills

Python

C++

Computer Vision

Machine Learning

Robotics

Embedded Systems

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

OpenCV

ROS

Job description

Senior/Staff Computer Vision & Machine Learning Engineer for Autonomous Anti-Drone Systems

Company Overview:

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup founded by two former Navy electrical engineers with a proven track record in robotics and software. We are developing an autonomous gun turret using advanced computer vision and control systems to precisely detect, track, and neutralize enemy drones.

With an engineering-first culture, ACS values technical excellence and innovation. Backed by our founders’ successful exits from two previous venture acquired for a combined $180M in 2022, we are committed to ensuring that the groundbreaking technologies we develop will have a real-world impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Development and optimization of computer vision algorithms for our autonomous gun turret, focusing on real-time drone detection, tracking, and classification.

• Design and implement machine learning models that can operate in resource-constrained environments while maintaining high accuracy and reliability.

• Collaborate closely with electrical engineers to integrate computer vision systems into the turret’s hardware architecture.

• Conduct extensive testing and validation of computer vision algorithms in various scenarios to ensure robustness and performance under different environmental conditions.

• Contribute to the hardening of the prototype turret into a military-grade system, and assist in developing variants for different weapon systems and engagement ranges.

What You’ll Need:

• Deep passion for machine learning, computer vision, and robotics, and have been exploring these areas since early in your career.

• More than 10+ years of experience working on machine-learning-based computer vision, ideally in the context of robotics.

• At least a Bachelors and/or Masters Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong focus on machine learning and computer vision.

• A proven track record of senior-level experience developing and deploying computer vision systems, ideally in real-time or safety-critical applications.

• Proficient in Python, C++, and have experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.

• Experience with embedded systems and integrating computer vision algorithms into hardware.

• Familiar with various sensors (e.g., cameras, LIDAR, RADAR) and their integration into autonomous systems.

• You enjoy collaborating with other engineers to solve complex technical challenges.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• ACS Equity Package

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off

Allen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Allen Control Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.