Software Engineer, Computer Vision & Autonomy
Job in
Wakefield, Washington County, Rhode Island, 02880, USA
Listed on 2026-07-13
Listing for:
Charles River Analytics
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-13
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Robotics, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software)
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Software Engineer (early career to senior level) in Marine Systems – Wakefield, Rhode Island.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing, innovative defense company and work on exciting challenges across marine systems, computer vision, and autonomous technologies. You will apply your passion and expertise in computer vision to develop new prototypes and help transform innovative concepts into practical, mission‑focused solutions with real‑world impact.
Responsibilities- Implement robust, reusable software with a focus in computer vision/machine learning to support a wide variety of applications, such as object detection/tracking, image manipulation and processing, across a variety of domains: maritime, space, robotics, drone operations
- Optimize framework-based (e.g., PyTorch, Tensor Flow) deep learning models for fast inference performance
- Contribute technically to projects, including developing architectures and detailed designs, reviewing pull requests, and generating content for proposals and reports
- Interact with customers (e.g., at project kickoff, at field exercises, etc.), users, and domain experts to analyze and understand challenges and design engineering solutions accordingly
- Work with team members (scientists and other engineers) and customers to understand project goals and translate those goals into technical requirements
- Promote and scale technical capabilities toward larger company efforts, transition, and commercialization
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related field; equivalent work experience is also acceptable
- 2 or more years of demonstrable experience (or a Master’s degree with a relevant field) with
- A modern programming language such as Python and C++
- Experience with some of the following: object detection, object tracking, vSLAM, visual odometry, segmentation, image denoising, and/or other subfields of computer vision
- Experience with software development and source control best practices (e.g., testing, branching, code reviews)
- Experience with containerization
- Experience working in, building and setting up Linux computer systems
- Able to lift 50 lbs
- Willingness to travel to support customer- and integration-related events
- U.S. Citizenship
- The selected candidate will be expected to possess or apply for a U.S. Government Security Clearance upon being hired
- Work in office at the Wakefield, RI facility with a flexible 9/80 schedule.
- 5+ years of demonstrated CV / Autonomy experience preferred
- Experience with tools like OpenCV and Robot Operating System (ROS)
- Experience with deep learning tools such as Tensor Flow and Py Torch
- Experience developing both research and production-quality software
- Experience with data engineering and managing data sets
- Experience with computer networking and network programming
- Willingness to assist in physical installation, fabrication, testing, and troubleshooting where needed
- Willingness to work in the marine environment such as on-board boats
- Experience using electrical test equipment (multimeters, and oscilloscopes)
- Experience developing for and/or operating uncrewed vehicles
- Willingness to travel within the US to support on-site integration and testing with customers
$100,000 – $200,000
Benefits- Competitive compensation plus bonus and retirement contribution
- 100% employer‑paid medical and dental insurance, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Monthly gym allowance
- Free parking
- Generous paid time off
- Casual work environment with strong focus on work‑life balance
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