Senior Machine Learning Engineer
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Job Location:
Natick, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
About Us:
Cognex is a global leader in the exciting and growing field of machine vision. Our employees proudly called Cognoids are passionate about solving the most difficult vision problems with our embedded cameras and software products featuring state-of-the-artID2D and 3D vision technology. Our Work Hard Play Hard Move Fast culture recognizes achievement and dedication with unique rewards and celebrations.
We are looking for creative bright motivatedCognoidswho share our passion for excellence and want to makean impactata dynamic global company. We celebrate our employees for theirinnovationperseveranceand hard work in a fun rewarding and quirkyenvironment. If you enjoy the sense of accomplishment that comes from working together to create products that solve tough problems for organizations around the world contact us to see how you can becomepart of our team!
This is a hybrid role based in our Natick MA headquarters.
The Team
You will join theCoreVisionToolsteamthatisresponsible forbuilding stateoftheart computer visionalgorithmsand deep learning models used inallCognexsproducts. The team works across custom hardware optimized embedded systems and nextgeneration algorithm design to deliver highperformance solutions that run at extreme speeds and scale globally across product lines.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced AI/ML engineer with strong research and developmentskillssomeone deeply familiar with designing training evaluating and deploying efficient deep learning models for computer vision. You will advance Cognexs AI capabilities by developing novel architecturesoptimizingmodels for embedded platforms and collaborating with R&D and product teams to bring research prototypes into production.
Essential Functions
Research design and implement efficient deep learning models forindustrialmachine vision taskswith a focus on algorithms with low power low latency and data efficiency requirements
Collaborate withcross functionalengineersto transition experimental AI models into productionready components for embedded systems.
Develop highperformance Python and C/C code for training optimization benchmarking and deployment.
Lead modelarchitecture discussions and make longterm technical decisions across platforms.
Optimize neural networks for resourceconstrained environments (quantization pruning distillation hardwareaware design).
Build evaluation pipelines datasets and tools to assess model accuracy robustness runtime performance and reliability.
Diagnoseandresolvecomplex issues across hardware software and ML components.
Providetechnical guidance to engineers developing UIs test frameworks and runtime components.
Mentor junior engineers and champion engineering excellence in ML research and development.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Essential
Industry or academic experience developing and optimizing deep learning algorithms in one or more relevant technical areas - computer vision natural language processing speech recognition
Deep understanding of AI concepts including training strategies loss functions evaluation metrics and ML operations.
StrongPython programming skills.
ProficientC/C experience for performancecritical systems.
Proficiencywith ML frameworks (PyTorch TensorFlow) model optimization and ML development lifecycles.
Strong debugging and analytical problemsolving skills.
Experience with software development practices including version control CI/CD and issue tracking.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Desired
Background in computer vision signal processing or related fields.
Experience with embedded ML quantization or hardwareaware optimization.
Handson experience building and deploying efficient deep learning models for realworld computer vision applications.
Minimum Education & Experience
Bachelors orMasters degree in Computer ScienceComputer/Electrical EngineeringMathematicsor related field and5 years of relevant experience in AI/ML software engineering or applied research roles.
Cognex believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $115000 USD- $225000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range based on factors including but not limited to education training experience professional achievement business need and addition to base salary employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a sales incentive plan.
This position provides a comprehensive benefits package including health dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching; employer-paid disability family leave and life insurance; paid time off (including holidays); optional voluntary benefits; as well as recognition and wellness programs.
Additional Job Description
Equal Employment Opportunity
Cognex is an equal opportunity employer. Cognex evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression protected veteran status disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Industrial Maintenance
- Machining
- Mechanical Knowledge
- CNC
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Hydraulics
- Plastics Injection Molding
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Manufacturing
- Troubleshooting
About Company
Cognex machine vision and barcode scanning solutions deliver unparalleled precision in your manufacturing and warehouse operations. Embrace quality and efficiency today.
