Lead Computer Vision Engineer | Remote & High-Impact AI

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Competitive salary

Professional development budget

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Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a visionary Lead Computer Vision Engineer to head the design and deployment of advanced vision systems, guiding a team of engineers from concept to production. This remote-friendly role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge AI technologies with a strong emphasis on ethical deployment and real-world impact, while shaping the future of visual intelligence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in CV, 7+ years in the field, and hands-on experience with

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with a specialization in Computer Vision.
• 7+ years of professional experience in computer vision, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior technical role.
• Proven expertise with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) and libraries (OpenCV, scikit-image).
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end development of computer vision algorithms and applications, from concept to deployment.
• Manage and mentor a team of computer vision engineers and researchers, providing technical guidance and fostering their growth.
• Define project requirements, set technical direction, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Collaborate closely with product management and other engineering teams to integrate computer vision capabilities into core products.
• Conduct in-depth research into new computer vision techniques and technologies, assessing their applicability and potential impact.
• Oversee the optimization and scaling of computer vision models for production environments.
• Ensure the ethical and responsible development of AI systems.
• Contribute to the company's intellectual property through patents and publications.

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a visionary Lead Computer Vision Engineer to head the design and deployment of advanced vision systems, guiding a team of engineers from concept to production. This remote-friendly role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge AI technologies with a strong emphasis on ethical deployment and real-world impact, while shaping the future of visual intelligence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in CV, 7+ years in the field, and hands-on experience with