Principal Engineer- Applications (Embedded Vision Edge AI)

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the architecture and deployment of embedded vision solutions on edge platforms. This role focuses on developing real-time, efficient computer vision pipelines optimized for microcontrollers and microprocessors across industrial, medical, and aerospace applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end vision pipelines (capture → preprocessing → inference → post-processing)
• Optimize CNN models using quantization, pruning, and memory-aware techniques
• Enable camera interfaces, ISP pipelines, and real-time performance tuning
• Collaborate with silicon, tools, and applications teams to influence roadmap
• Mentor engineers and drive technical leadership across projects

Requirements/Qualifications:

• BS in EE/CS or related field with 10+ years of experience
• Strong expertise in embedded systems and computer vision
• Proficiency in C/C++, RTOS/Linux environments
• Experience with TinyML frameworks (e.g., TFLite Micro) and model optimization
• Familiarity with low-power design and hardware acceleration

Preferred

• MS/PhD in EE/CS or related field

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing

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