Computer Vision Engineer - Ottawa
About Maneva
Maneva, a startup founded by an ex-Google Deepmind researcher, is an AI service provider revolutionizing manufacturing operations with cutting-edge AI solutions for autonomous factory operation and optimization. Our solution generates AI-powered actions and insights using off-the-shelf hardware or existing vision systems for real-impact manufacturing problems in products and equipment inspection, production efficiency, safety, and more.
We are looking for a domain expert as a Computer Vision Engineer to join our team and lead the development and integration of advanced vision systems into real-world industrial applications. This role requires expertise in industrial machine vision systems, networking, Linux, IoT and real-time operating system.
Requirements
Travel: Up to 25% (Client Sites, Industrial Facilities, Tech Conferences)
Role & Responsibilities- Vision System Development: Design, integrate, and deploy AI-powered vision solutions in manufacturing, robotics, and industrial automation.
- Camera & Lighting Integration: Work with external vision systems, including industrial cameras, 2D line scan/area scan cameras, 3D profilers, optical configuration, and lighting, ensuring seamless data acquisition and processing.
- Edge & Cloud Deployment: Develop and optimize AI models for on-device processing (Edge AI) and cloud-based inference.
- Operating System & Networking: Configure Linux-based vision processing units, IoT gateways, and networked edge devices for real-time AI processing.
- IoT & Connectivity: Implement camera protocols (GigE and RTSP/ONVIF) and communication protocols (Modbus, CANBus, MQTT) for secure and reliable data exchange between vision systems and industrial equipment.
- Performance Optimization: Enhance system performance by fine-tuning latency, throughput, and AI model efficiency on embedded and cloud platforms.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with AI researchers, embedded engineers, and cloud architects to ensure optimal integration and deployment of AI-powered vision solutions.
- Travel: Occasionally visit industrial facilities, research labs, and conferences to support deployments, conduct site assessments, and present technological advancements.
- Strong expertise in computer vision – experience with OpenCV, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or other computer vision frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with industrial/external vision systems, including GigE cameras, 3D scanners and profilers, 2D line scan/area scan cameras, optical configuration, and lighting.
- Deep understanding of Linux-based operating systems, real-time processing, and embedded AI computing.
- Proficiency in IoT and industrial networking protocols (MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
- Knowledge of hardware acceleration for vision processing (CUDA, OpenVINO, TensorRT).
- Experience deploying AI models on edge devices (NVIDIA Jetson, ARM Cortex, FPGA-based vision processors).
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or Rust, with experience optimizing AI pipelines for real-time performance.
- Ability to troubleshoot and optimize system performance in industrial environments.
- Experience with robotics vision systems and autonomous vehicle perception stacks.
- Familiarity with cloud AI deployment (AWS, Azure, GCP) and IoT platforms.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for industrial IoT and vision systems.
- Experience working with PLCs, industrial automation controllers, and factory integration systems.
- BIG PLUS: DevOps experience, IoT/industrial protocols, hardware accelerations and AI deployment
Benefits
Why Join Maneva?- Work on cutting-edge Vision AI & IoT solutions that power autonomous manufacturing, robotics, and industrial automation.
- Opportunity to lead in a fast-growing AI company driving real-world impact in industrial AI adoption.
- Travel opportunities to industrial sites, tech conferences, and research labs.
- Collaborate with world-class engineers & AI experts in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.
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