Computer Vision Engineer

Precision Planting is a subsidiary of AGCO Corporation and a leading provider of planting, spraying, and harvest technology in the Precision Ag Industry. We design innovative products that revolutionize farming and food production by solving challenging problems fundamental to agriculture.

We are seeking a highly motivated computer vision engineer to join our product development team to help farmers across the world. In this role, you will be developing and optimizing computer vision software and systems, including advanced image sensing and edge-deployed artificial intelligence as a part of our next generation of on-equipment and in-field products.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include computer vision algorithm research and development, data analysis, optics optimization, programming, and opportunity to test, verify, and experience your product in real world field conditions with customers. Working with a vibrant team, you will be challenged in the best ways while working alongside some of the most seasoned and capable people in the field. You’ll get the opportunity to apply classical computer vision techniques as well as machine learning based detection and classification for real-time edge embedded electronics for agriculture technology related product development.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering or other Engineering with equivalent experience.

• Proficiency in C++, and Python (OpenCV, Numpy, Matplotlib, etc)

• Proven ability to cross-compile and optimize modern C++ / Python computer-vision code on embedded Linux devices, preferably on the NVIDIA Jetson platform

• Familiarity or experience with ML packages (Sklearn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc)

• Familiarity or experience with Computer Vision concepts such as camera calibration, lens-distortion correction, feature extraction/matching, optical flow and multi-frame tracking.

• Ability to work independently and high attention to detail

• Strong communication skills and experience being a flexible team player

• Passion and tenacity to solve difficult problems in a highly functioning, fast paced team environment

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Desired

• 3+ years developing algorithms and product solutions through software and embedded systems design

• 3+ years of software development experience in C++, C, or Python

• Experience developing computer vision and/or machine learning based systems and solutions

• Hands-on experience configuring BSPs, customizing kernels, and building/maintaining Yocto images, with solid understanding of board-level interfaces (camera, CAN, I²C, SPI, GPIO) and in-field flashing and update processes.