Job Description
Axon is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Computer Vision and Computer Vision (CVML) Tech Lead to join their AI team. This role is focused on turning CVML R&D ideas into product features across Cloud, Devices, and Robotics. The Tech Lead will play a crucial role in advancing the state-of-the-art in CVML technologies and bringing technology to Axon's customers. They will collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to design, develop, and ship cutting-edge CVML algorithms and solutions that enable intelligent perception and understanding of visual data.
What this role involves:
- Converting and shipping CVML R&D ideas to Axon Products.
- Researching and developing advanced MLLMs, GenAI, and Computer Vision techniques for cloud, devices, and sensors from multimodal data sources.
- Designing and implementing efficient and scalable MLLM models for inference and analysis of visual data.
- Exploring novel approaches to address challenges in object detection, recognition, tracking, segmentation, and scene understanding.
- Optimizing algorithms for performance, memory footprint, and energy efficiency.
- Evaluating the performance of MLLM models using real-world datasets.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest research trends and advancements.
- Contributing to patent disclosures, academic publications, and technical documentation.
- Coaching and mentoring junior scientists.
Requirements:
- PhD with +5 years experience in Computer Science or a related field with a focus on MLLMs, computer vision, machine learning, or artificial intelligence.
- Proven track record of research excellence in machine learning, computer vision, robotics perception.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras and experience with ROS or robotic operational system.
- Experience in developing computer vision algorithms for resource-constrained devices.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
What this role offers:
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs