Embedded Computer Vision Engineer (Edge Inference)

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Embedded Computer Vision Engineer (Edge Inference)

Overview

We are building computer-vision capabilities on Linux-based edge devices. This role owns the embedded software that takes models from “works on a workstation” to “runs reliably, efficiently, and measurably fast on-device.” You will develop and optimize inference pipelines, integrate vendor runtimes on NPUs/MPUs, and work close to the Linux kernel when needed (performance, memory, I/O, and driver interactions).

What you will do

• Build and maintain production-grade embedded software for on-device computer vision inference (camera ingest, preprocessing, inference, postprocessing, telemetry) primarily in C++, with Rust as an option where appropriate.
• Integrate and run deep learning models using edge runtimes/toolchains (e.g., TensorRT, TFLite, OpenVINO, ONNX Runtime, vendor SDKs for NPUs/MPUs).
• Profile and optimize end-to-end performance: latency, throughput, memory footprint, power, and thermal constraints.
• Implement deployment-oriented model optimizations when needed (quantization workflows, operator compatibility fixes, graph optimizations, runtime-specific conversion).
• Work on Linux-based embedded platforms: cross-compilation, build systems, packaging, and reliable field deployment.
• Debug complex system issues across the stack: kernel/user-space boundaries, driver/I/O bottlenecks, memory contention, and multi-threaded performance.
• Collaborate with model/CV stakeholders to ensure models are edge-ready (I/O specs, accuracy vs. performance tradeoffs, validation on target hardware).
• Establish and uphold engineering standards: code quality, test strategy, CI, performance benchmarks, and observability on-device.

Requirements:
Required qualifications

• 7–8+ years professional experience in embedded software development, with significant time shipping Linux-based products.
• Strong expertise in C++ (modern C++11/14/17); Rust experience is a plus (or willingness to use Rust where it benefits reliability/performance).
• Strong Linux systems knowledge, including at least some of: kernel fundamentals, device I/O, scheduling, memory behavior, and profiling/debugging tooling (e.g., perf, ftrace, eBPF).
• Working knowledge of computer vision and deep learning inference concepts (pipelines, tensors, common CV tasks, latency/accuracy tradeoffs). You do not need to be a model developer/researcher, but must be fluent in deploying and running models.
• Experience optimizing inference for edge hardware (NPUs/MPUs/GPUs/accelerators), including quantization and runtime constraints.
• Master’s degree minimum in a relevant field (Computer Vision, Machine Learning/Deep Learning, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related).

Preferred qualifications

• Camera stacks and media pipelines (V4L2, GStreamer, ISP integration).
• Embedded build and deployment toolchains (Yocto/Buildroot, CMake/Bazel).
• Hardware-aware optimization experience (ARM, NEON/SIMD).
• Experience with vendor-specific NPU SDKs and quantization toolchains (e.g., Rockchip RKNN, Qualcomm SNPE/QNN, MediaTek, Intel Movidius, etc.).
• OTA, reliability, and embedded security practices (watchdogs, crash dumps, secure boot).

AI coding tools

• Comfortable using modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g., code completion, refactoring, test generation) while maintaining strong engineering judgment, code review discipline, and security awareness.

Benefits:
At Rapsodo, you will have the opportunity to

• Work on cutting-edge technology that integrates AI, sensor fusion, and high-performance embedded computing,
• Be part of a highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering team driving innovation,

• Lead end-to-end product development with real-world impact,
• Shape the future of sports through advanced embedded systems and AI-driven solutions.

If you’re passionate about solving complex engineering challenges and want to be at the forefront of next-generation technology, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining performance through innovation!