Computer Vision Engineer

Craft the 'eyes' that connect. As our Robotics Perception Architect, you'll develop and deploy sophisticated computer vision on the edge, enabling our robots to understand, assist, and empathize with the humans in profound new ways pushing the boundaries of Human Robot Interaction

Location: Bengaluru, India

Join a groundbreaking startup at the forefront of emotional care and everyday assistant robotics for the elderly. We are building the next generation of intelligent robots designed to enhance safety, provide companionship, and significantly improve the quality of life for seniors through multimodal interaction – including advanced vision, voice, and body language understanding. Our mission is deeply impactful, creating a future where technology fosters empathy, independence, and peace of mind for families.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Computer Vision Engineer with a strong focus on Edge AI to be a foundational member of our core technical team. You will be instrumental in bringing our robots to life by designing, optimizing, and deploying cutting-edge computer vision models directly onto our robot's embedded NVIDIA GPUs. This is a hands-on role where your expertise will directly impact the robot's ability to perceive, understand, and interact empathetically with users in real-time, within the constraints of limited onboard compute.

• Design, develop, and implement highly optimized computer vision algorithms and deep learning models for on-robot (edge) deployment.
• Focus on core CV tasks such as real-time human detection, tracking, face detection, recognition, human pose estimation, and foundational visual scene understanding in indoor environments.
• Leverage NVIDIA GPUs and CUDA for high-performance, low-latency inference on embedded systems.
• Profile and optimize existing and new CV models (e.g., through quantization, pruning, and TensorRT integration) to meet strict performance, power, and memory constraints.
• Work extensively with Linux-based embedded systems, ensuring robust backend integration and efficient deployment pipelines for CV modules.
• Collaborate closely with the broader robotics team to integrate CV outputs with robot behaviors, state machines, and overall system orchestration.
• Contribute to the selection and evaluation of appropriate hardware components and sensors for optimal CV performance.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from initial research and rapid prototyping to robust deployment and continuous monitoring.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3-5 years of professional experience in Computer Vision engineering, Machine Learning engineering, or a closely related field.
• Proven hands-on experience implementing and optimizing deep learning models for inference on NVIDIA GPUs using CUDA.
• Strong proficiency in Python for machine learning development (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Solid understanding of Linux operating systems and experience with embedded system development.
• Experience with backend development principles and building robust, scalable software systems.
• Familiarity with modern build systems and deployment strategies for embedded devices.
• Demonstrated ability to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.

Bonus Points (Nice-to-Haves):

• Experience with other high-performance programming languages like C++, Rust, or Go.
• Familiarity with Bazel or similar advanced build systems.
• Prior experience with robotics platforms (e.g., ROS) or real-time operating systems.
• Experience with privacy-preserving computer vision techniques (e.g., anonymization, federated learning).
• Knowledge of sensor fusion (e.g., combining vision with other modalities like depth or audio).

• A quick learner with a "hacker" mindset, eager to tackle complex technical challenges and find innovative solutions.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment, comfortable wearing multiple hats and adapting to evolving priorities.
• Possesses a strong passion for humanoid robotics, human-robot interaction, and the profound mission of enhancing elderly care.
• An excellent problem-solver with a meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills, able to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.

• Impact: Be a foundational member of a mission-driven company making a real, positive difference in people's lives.
• Innovation: Work on cutting-edge computer vision and robotics problems with direct, tangible impact on product features.
• Growth: Opportunity to shape the technical direction, culture, and future of a rapidly growing startup.
• Environment: A dynamic, collaborative, and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Compensation: Competitive salary and equity package.