The position:

Sentient is looking for talented people with a strong background in real-time computer vision and image processing to work on new and innovative algorithms and products.

Applicant experience may range from recent post-graduates to years of commercial experience within the industry.

You must have experience in the following:

• Writing novel computer vision algorithms from scratch with an emphasis on real-time performance.

• A good understanding of Machine Learning, Computer Vision and Image Processing concepts and algorithms 

• Confident programming ability in C++

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Bachelors/PhD in Computer Science or related fields)

Knowledge of the following is of benefit:

• Experience with existing computer vision toolkits such as OpenCV.

• Current trends within Computer Vision and Image Processing academia and community

• Mathematics fluency (Matlab / Octave)

• Experience with any of the following: object detection and target tracking, simultaneous localisation and mapping (SLAM), camera calibration, behaviour analysis, automated video surveillance and related fields.

We provide:

• Flexible working hours, with no unpaid overtime or excessive hours.

• Fun, good-natured working environment.

• Shared ideas, projects, and responsibilities.

• A mixture of rapid-development research projects and stable commercial releases.

• As a small company, strong performers are quickly recognised, rewarded and constantly challenged.

• Competitive salary based on candidate's ability to demonstrate excellence.

Who we are:

Sentient is a world leader in the development of Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence software based solutions for the Defence and Surveillance industries. We have a strong research and development focus in the areas of unmanned vehicles and intelligent surveillance, with an emphasis on creating commercial applications with real-time, real-world performance.

To see an example of our latest leading-edge application, visit http://www.sentientvision.com/vidar/

Sentient is a small but growing company based in Port Melbourne with worldwide Defence-industry recognition.