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Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following a $200M Series B at a $1.4B valuation, the company is expanding teams to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.
As a Computer Vision Engineer on the Computer Vision Tracker team, you will join at an early stage with significant opportunity to influence technical direction. You will operate out of Lausanne, Paris, or Zurich, focusing on creating a global 3D Object Tracking pipeline at the intersection of Computer Vision, Sensor Fusion, and GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Control) teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Researching and implementing state-of-the-art computer vision approaches to object tracking across multiple modalities and scenarios, combining classical and geometrical methods with in-house AI detection models.
- Fusing data from multiple sensors (cameras, IMU, radar, etc.) to provide high-precision target estimation and robust tracking through challenging conditions.
- Optimizing and embedding tracking algorithms on heterogeneous platforms with limited compute resources, ensuring real-time performance alongside other software running on the drone.
- Collaborating closely with GNC, Sensor Fusion, and AI teams to integrate tracking pipelines into production-ready environments.
- Staying at the forefront of scientific trends in computer vision, tracking algorithms, and sensor fusion to introduce cutting-edge methodologies.
- Depending on seniority, managing or mentoring junior engineers.
The company values building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence, setting ambitious goals, and tackling the hardest technical challenges. The environment demands rigor, ownership, and execution.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Strong academic record with a degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent).
- Proven track record in research, development, and productization of Computer Vision and Sensor Fusion algorithms in hardware-constrained environments.
- Strong proficiency in C++ and Python for real-time systems.
- Experience optimizing code for edge deployment.
NICE TO HAVE:
- Highly structured, analytical, task-aligned, and research-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication and influence skills with ability to translate complex algorithmic trade-offs to downstream users and senior stakeholders.
- Thrives under pressure in fast-paced environments with "no-task-is-too-small" mentality toward building foundational team infrastructure.
- 100% commitment to Harmattan AI's mission and ambitious growth plans.
