Scale AI · 5 hours ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Computer Vision - Robotics
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$218K/yr - $273K/yr
5+ years expScale AI is dedicated to solving the data bottleneck in Physical AI. The Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Computer Vision will conduct applied research and develop ML pipelines, focusing on advancing robotic research and shaping Scale’s robotics offerings.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data Collection and LabelingGenerative AIImage RecognitionMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Pioneer Core CV Algorithms: Lead the research, design, and implementation of novel computer vision and deep learning algorithms, with a specialized focus on 2D and 3D data (e.g point clouds)
Focus Area Expertise: Drive innovation in key perception areas, including: 3D Reconstruction and SLAM: Advanced techniques for real-time 3D mapping, pose estimation, and environmental modeling from multi-modal sensor inputs (e.g., RGB-D, LiDAR)
Hand/Body Tracking: Developing robust and precise models for hand pose estimation, gesture recognition, and full-body tracking under various lighting and occlusion conditions
Object Detection and Tracking (MOT/SOT): Designing high-performance deep learning models for accurate detection and persistent tracking of objects and people in video streams
Video Processing: Creating algorithms for temporal feature extraction, video-based action recognition, and motion analysis
Model Optimization: Optimize computationally intensive models for deployment on edge devices (low power, low latency) and/or large-scale cloud infrastructure
Technical Leadership: Serve as the subject matter expert in Computer Vision, providing technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and cross-functional teams
Publication & IP: Maintain state-of-the-art knowledge, evaluate recent academic publications (e.g., CVPR, ICCV, ECCV), and drive the filing of patents and publication of novel research
Cross-Functional Partnering: Collaborate closely with Software Engineering, Product, and Hardware teams to define requirements, integrate vision systems, and ensure solutions meet performance targets
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related quantitative field (Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, etc.) OR a Master's degree with 4+ years of equivalent professional experience in an applied research setting
5+ years of hands-on experience in algorithm development for 2D/3D computer vision and deep learning
Expert proficiency in at least one major deep learning framework (PyTorch, TensorFlow or Jax)
Mastery of Python for machine learning and strong proficiency in C++ for performance-critical algorithm implementation
In-depth knowledge of classical and modern computer vision fundamentals, including multi-view geometry, projective geometry, camera calibration, and 3D graphics/rendering principles
Building real-time and batch ML systems that analyze structured and unstructured signals
Hands-on experience rapidly prototyping and iterating on ML systems with changing requirements
Preferred
Expert proficiency in at least one major deep learning framework (PyTorch, TensorFlow or Jax)
Mastery of Python for machine learning and strong proficiency in C++ for performance-critical algorithm implementation
In-depth knowledge of classical and modern computer vision fundamentals, including multi-view geometry, projective geometry, camera calibration, and 3D graphics/rendering principles
Building real-time and batch ML systems that analyze structured and unstructured signals
Hands-on experience rapidly prototyping and iterating on ML systems with changing requirements
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
Retirement benefits
A learning and development stipend
Generous PTO
A commuter stipend
Company
Scale AI
Scale’s mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world’s most important decisions.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$15.9BKey Investors
MetaAccelTiger Global Management
2025-06-10Corporate Round· $14.3B
2025-06-04Series Unknown
2024-05-21Series F· $1B
Leadership Team
Jason Droege
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Dennis Cinelli
Chief Financial Officer
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