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Staff Engineer, Computer Vision (C++) (R5196)

Shield AIMelbourneAUS
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Job type
International Office Entity
Posted
15 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Defense is seeking a Staff Engineer for Computer Vision (C++) in Melbourne to support the development of real-time perception capabilities for autonomous systems. This technical position suits an experienced software professional looking to design and integrate advanced computer vision algorithms into high-performance C++ software pipelines.

Role Overview

In this position, the professional focuses on building custom perception capabilities from the ground up for Shield AI's intelligent systems. The work centers on real-time performance, reliability, and deployment in edge compute environments. The team aims to increase its technical depth and capacity in applied machine learning, image processing, and real-time computer vision to support operations worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and integrate advanced computer vision algorithms into high-performance C++ software pipelines.
Build custom perception capabilities from scratch with a strong focus on edge compute deployment, reliability, and real-time performance.
Translate complex research concepts into robust, deployable software systems rather than depending exclusively on standard pre-existing libraries.
Develop geometry-based computer vision pipelines, including camera modeling, intrinsic and extrinsic calibration, and image-to-world projection.
Work on geolocation from imagery, visual registration, and multi-sensor spatial alignment.

Requirements

Strong software engineering skills using the C++ programming language.
Demonstrated experience in developing high-performance or real-time software systems.
Deep and fundamental understanding of computer vision principles.
Ability to work effectively on bespoke algorithms for edge compute environments.

Nice to Have

Practical experience with camera calibration, multi-view geometry, and geospatial registration.
Background in 3D reconstruction, image rectification, sensor alignment, coordinate transformations, and target localization.
Familiarity with photogrammetry, epipolar geometry, bundle adjustment, and terrain or map-based registration.
Academic background including a Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics, Computer Vision, Geomatics, Photogrammetry, or a related field.

Skills and Tools

C++
Computer Vision
Edge Compute Environments
Image Processing
Geometry-Based Pipelines

About the Company

Defense, through Shield AI, is a venture-backed defense technology company dedicated to protecting service members and civilians through intelligent systems. Key innovations include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. The organization operates facilities globally across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page of Shield AI to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

C++Computer Vision

Questions candidates ask

What is the primary location for this role?

The position is located in Melbourne.

What programming language is primarily required?

The role requires strong software engineering skills in C++.

What type of systems does this engineering role support?

The position supports the development of real-time perception capabilities and geometry-based computer vision pipelines for autonomous systems.

Is a specific educational degree mandatory?

While a Master's or PhD in a relevant technical field aligns well with the team's needs, strong applied industry experience is also highly relevant.

How should interested applicants apply?

Candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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