Computer Vision Engineer
Observable Space4 hours ago
Base Salary
$190k - $230k/yr
Responsibilities
- Research SDA/SSA, photometry, and novel image-processing techniques through ongoing review of research papers and publications.
- Collaborate with software development teams to conceptualize, develop, and implement research-based proofs of concept.
- Evaluate, train, and customize combination models using state-of-the-art vision backbones such as U-Net, Vision Transformer, and ResNet.
- Own image-processing pipelines end to end, from camera sensor readout to publishing extractions to the cloud data warehouse.
- Design and generate simulated data for rapid testing of proof-of-concept algorithms.
- Coordinate with operations and engineering teams to gather real-world data and validate algorithms against synthetic test cases.
- Lead complex multidisciplinary research projects using rigorous scientific processes.
- Communicate complex research findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in a relevant commercial or academic research field.
- Strong foundation in mathematics or computational mathematics.
- Strong professional programming ability in C++ or C.
- Demonstrated experience in first-principles engineering and science.
- Ability to manage and execute complex, multidisciplinary research projects with attention to detail.
- Experience training machine-learning models with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
- Experience with classical computer-vision techniques, especially OpenCV.
- Preferred: master's or Ph.D. in engineering, mathematics, or a related field.
- Preferred: knowledge or experience in astrodynamics.
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About Observable Space
Observable Space is an LA-based space startup building the infrastructure to enable satellites and spacecraft to see, navigate and communicate. The vertically-integrated, full-stack company develops and builds advanced optical systems across laser communications, ground-based sensing, and in-space payloads. Co-founded in 2025 by former SpaceX exec Dan Roelker, Observable Space now employs more than 175 people across its manufacturing, engineering, spacecraft, and design labs.