Lead AI Researcher - Computer Vision

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Equity

Conference travel

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead AI Researcher specialized in computer vision to lead a premier research lab in Sandton. You will guide a team, drive novel algorithms, and push state-of-the-art in visual intelligence.

You will publish in top venues and collaborate with engineering to translate research into real-world AI products, enjoying a dynamic, high-impact research environment in Sandton.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a strong CV focus.
• 5+ years of research experience in computer vision and deep learning with a strong publication record.
• Proficiency in Python and C++, with expertise in PyTorch, TensorFlow, and OpenCV.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of AI researchers focused on computer vision challenges.
• Conduct original research in object recognition, image generation, video analysis, and 3D vision.
• Develop and implement novel deep learning architectures for vision tasks.
• Publish research results in leading AI conferences and journals (e.g., CVPR, ICCV, NeurIPS).
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research prototypes into production-ready solutions.

Skills

Python

C++

Computer Vision

PyTorch

TensorFlow

OpenCV

Education

PhD in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

OpenCV

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an exceptional Lead AI Researcher specializing in Computer Vision to join their advanced research lab in Sandton . This role involves leading groundbreaking research initiatives, developing novel algorithms, and pushing the state-of-the-art in visual intelligence. You will guide a team of talented researchers, publish findings in top-tier venues, and contribute to the development of next-generation AI products. This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated individual to make significant contributions to the field of computer vision within a dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment in Sandton .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of AI researchers focused on computer vision challenges.
• Conduct original research in areas such as object recognition, image generation, video analysis, and 3D vision.
• Develop and implement novel deep learning architectures and algorithms for vision tasks.
• Publish research results in leading AI conferences and journals (e.g., CVPR, ICCV, NeurIPS).
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research prototypes into production-ready solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computer vision and related AI fields.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong research focus on Computer Vision.
• 5+ years of research experience in computer vision and deep learning, with a strong publication record.
• Expertise in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) and computer vision libraries (OpenCV).
• Proven experience in leading research projects and mentoring junior team members.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C++.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, bonuses, and potential equity.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, including conference travel and publication support.
• A stimulating research environment with access to cutting-edge resources in Sandton .
• Work on challenging problems with a world-class research team.