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Staff Computer Vision Engineer - Perception

se3MunichSoftware
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Senior · 3+ yrs
Posted
2 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 8d ago

About this role

Staff Computer Vision Engineer - Perception is a full-time role based in Munich at se3, focusing on building spatial intelligence and autonomy software for unmanned systems. This position suits an experienced technical leader who prefers hands-on coding and algorithmic design over people management in the defence and autonomy sector.

Role Overview

The Staff Computer Vision Engineer - Perception works at se3 in Munich to solve difficult perception challenges for autonomous platforms. Around 80% of the daily work involves hands-on coding, architecture design, and algorithm development without direct management duties. The engineer collaborates directly with founders, the perception lead, and autonomy engineers to transition research depth into functional field systems.

Key Responsibilities

Shape the architecture of the perception stack and guide core algorithmic decisions alongside the team lead.
Build robust object detection and multi-object tracking systems that function reliably on mission data.
Develop semantic segmentation and depth estimation features to provide downstream autonomy with accurate scene understanding.
Design evaluation loops, replay mechanisms, benchmark datasets, and regression tests using recorded data.
Optimize machine learning models for onboard compute and test them during field trials under realistic operating conditions.
Shape the perception technical roadmap by identifying priority problems affecting field performance.
Elevate engineering quality standards through code reviews, design evaluations, and technical mentorship by example.

Requirements

Ph.D. with at least 3 years of industry experience, or an M.Sc. with at least 6 years of experience in Computer Vision, Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Demonstrated history of developing and shipping functional perception systems for robotics, autonomous driving, drones, AR/VR, or similar domains.
Deep technical knowledge in modern perception areas including object detection, tracking, segmentation, and depth estimation.
Ability to lead through technical influence without holding a formal management role.
Fluent English language communication skills.
Eligibility to work on defence-related projects and obtain required security clearances.

Nice to Have

Published research papers at major venues such as CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, or NeurIPS.
Contributions to popular open-source robotics or computer vision projects.
Background in academic teaching or research combined with industry practice.
Experience deploying models onto resource-constrained, real-time compute hardware like Jetson platforms.
Practical field experience working with UAVs or robots tested outside controlled laboratory settings.

Skills and Tools

3D Computer Vision
State Estimation
Artificial Intelligence
Object Detection and Multi-Object Tracking
Semantic Segmentation and Depth Estimation
Jetson-class Platforms

Salary and Benefits

Employee participation programme providing company ownership stake
Modern toolset within a flat hierarchy environment
Access to AI tools and agents for daily productivity
31 paid days off, consisting of 30 vacation days plus a birthday day off
Free wellness, gym, and yoga access via EGYM Wellpass
Two annual company retreats in international locations
Mentorship pairing with a professional mentor

About the Company

se3 Labs develops spatial intelligence and autonomy software for unmanned systems, combining 3D computer vision, state estimation, and AI. The company helps autonomous platforms perceive surroundings, track locations, and operate reliably during GPS or sensor failures, with a primary focus on the defence sector. Growing past 100 team members, the organization features founders with research backgrounds boasting over 90,000 citations.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Computer VisionAIState EstimationJetson

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Staff Computer Vision Engineer position located?

The role is located in Munich.

Does this role include people-management responsibilities?

No, this is a technical leadership position without people-management duties, where you spend about 80% of your time building hands-on systems.

What qualifications are required regarding education and experience?

Candidates must hold either a Ph.D. with 3+ years of industry experience or an M.Sc. with 6+ years of experience in Computer Vision, Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Are there language requirements or security clearance needs?

Candidates must speak fluent English, while German is considered a plus. Due to the company's work in the defence sector, applicants must also be eligible to work on defence-related projects and obtain any required security clearance.

What perks and benefits are provided?

Benefits include an employee participation program, 31 paid days off, EGYM Wellpass wellness access, access to advanced AI productivity tools, two annual company retreats, and professional mentorship.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official se3 careers page.

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