Biometric Imaging Innovation Engineer

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Biometric Imaging Innovation Engineer !!

Job : 51462

The Biometric Imaging Innovation Engineer is responsible for driving the exploration, development, and validation of next-generation biometric imaging technologies and solutions. This role serves as a key contributor within the Biometric Imaging Innovation Group, focusing on the creation of innovative imaging systems, rapid prototypes, and proof-of-concept platforms that support future product strategies and technology roadmaps.

Working at the intersection of imaging science, embedded systems, software development, and hardware prototyping, the engineer will evaluate emerging technologies, design and develop experimental imaging solutions, and collaborate with product development teams to transition promising concepts into viable product opportunities.

The successful candidate will possess strong expertise in imaging and camera-based systems, embedded development platforms, software engineering, and hands‑on prototyping. This position requires creativity, technical depth, and the ability to transform ideas into functional demonstrations that support innovation initiatives, intellectual property development, competitive differentiation, and strategic business opportunities.

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

At the Biometric Identity Technologies Business Area, within HID, we aim to create a safer world with biometric solutions that enhance everyday life, ensuring trust and reliability in every interaction. As a trusted biometric leader, we seamlessly and ethically protect people, places, and things, where we create a secure and equitable environment where everyone’s data is protected and their privacy respected.

Driven by years of innovation, we offer a broad range of biometric identity technologies for transactions requiring irrefutable proof of identity, such as customer onboarding, fraud prevention, loss prevention, seamless travel, forensic investigation, background checks, border security, and government benefit issuance. We provide peace of mind to a great array of organizations and industries who know that they are getting the highest level of safety and security through trusted identity.

• Researching, evaluating, and developing innovative biometric imaging technologies, camera systems, and sensing solutions to support future product strategies and technology roadmaps.
• Designing, building, and validating proof-of-concept systems, prototypes, and technology demonstrators to assess technical feasibility and business value.
• Developing embedded hardware and software solutions utilizing Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and similar development platforms.
• Designing and implementing image acquisition and image processing software, algorithms, and test tools, primarily using Python.
• Integrating cameras, optics, illumination systems, sensors, embedded processors, and mechanical components into functional prototype systems.
• Creating mechanical designs, fixtures, and prototype assemblies using CAD tools and rapid prototyping techniques.
• Conducting experiments, characterizing system performance, analyzing results, and communicating technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex hardware, software, imaging, and system integration challenges.
• Collaborating with cross-functional engineering, product management, and business teams to transition promising technologies from research into product development initiatives.
• Investiga…