Vision Systems Engineer - 173561

ZP Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K plan

Sick leave

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Vision Engineer in Raleigh, NC for a full-time role focused on advancing commercial vision systems and production software performance in the agricultural technology and automation space.

The position emphasizes bridging research and commercialization through computer vision, ML solutions, and collaborative development with engineering, product, and operations teams. On-site work required with domestic travel for field support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of professional software development experience with Python and C#.
• Hands-on experience building computer vision, image processing, or ML applications in commercial environments.
• Experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MSSQL) and Azure cloud.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate findings into actionable business recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and maintain deployed vision software for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations to build tools leveraging existing architecture.
• Analyze commercial data to identify product enhancements and new tech initiatives.
• Validate performance via testing, data analysis, and QA to ensure accuracy.
• Provide field support for deployed systems, including occasional customer travel.

Skills

Python

C#

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Microsoft SQL Server

SQL

Azure

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Vision Engineer for a full-time opportunity with an innovative organization in the agricultural technology and automation industry located in Raleigh, NC. The Vision Engineer will play a critical role in supporting commercial vision systems, enhancing production software performance, and helping bridge the gap between research and commercialized products through advanced computer vision and machine learning solutions.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and maintain deployed vision software platforms while supporting performance, scalability, and long-term product reliability.
• Partner with engineering, product, and operations teams to create proprietary tools that leverage existing software architecture and data resources.
• Utilize commercial and operational data to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new technology development initiatives.
• Validate software performance through structured testing, data analysis, and quality assurance activities to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Provide technical support for field-deployed systems, including occasional travel to customer locations for troubleshooting and system optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of professional experience developing software solutions with strong proficiency in Python and C#.
• Hands-on experience building computer vision, image processing, or machine learning applications within commercial environments.
• Experience working with SQL and database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Microsoft SQL Server, along with cloud platforms such as Azure.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable business recommendations.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K

Application Details

• Location: Raleigh, NC (On-Site)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Posting Date: 09/04/2026
• Apply By / Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Keywords

Computer Vision, Vision Engineer, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Image Processing, Python, C#, SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MSSQL, Azure, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Software Development, Algorithm Development, Computer Vision Systems, Production Software, Industrial Automation, Agricultural Technology, Biotechnology, Software Engineering, Data Validation, Predictive Analytics, Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Model Deployment, Product Development, Technical Leadership, Field Support, Troubleshooting, Cross-Functional Collaboration, R&D Transition, Commercialization, OpenCV, Software Architecture, Data Engineering, Continuous Improvement, AI Solutions, Robotics Integration