Description
Job Summary:
Develop and optimize computer vision algorithms and machine learning models for agricultural applications, integrating embedded systems and managing datasets.
Key Highlights:
1. Development of computer vision and AI algorithms
2. Focus on Machine Learning and Deep Learning with Computer Vision
3. Embedded systems integration and model optimization
**Mandatory Requirements:**
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering; Control and Automation Engineering; Electrical Engineering; or related engineering fields;
* Advanced knowledge of Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning and Deep Learning, with focus on Computer Vision;
* Advanced proficiency in Python and AI libraries (OpenCV, PyTorch and/or TensorFlow);
* Intermediate knowledge of C\+\+ for embedded systems integration;
* Knowledge of robotics libraries such as ROS / ROS2;
* Knowledge of containerization and system integration (Docker);
* Practical knowledge of software version control using GIT;
* Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP);
* Intermediate English (technical reading and writing);
* Willingness to travel;
**Desirable Requirements:**
* Currently pursuing or recently completed Master's degree;
* Knowledge of agricultural machinery and farming operations;
* Experience in building, maintaining, and ensuring dataset quality;
* Experience with model evaluation and best practices for validation.
**Responsibilities:**
* Develop computer vision algorithms for detection and classification of crops, weeds, and pests, including autonomous navigation and orthomosaic post-processing;
* Specify sensors and video processing units, performing dataset preprocessing and analysis;
* Implement machine learning models for image classification and segmentation, applying sound data management practices;
* Conduct neural network testing and validation, evaluating metrics and technical requirements;
* Optimize models for execution on embedded hardware and support integration with demanding systems;
* Participate in creating training pipelines, dataset selection, and annotation processes for robust and generalizable models.
**This position is also open to persons with disabilities (PcD).**