Research Engineer

Summary

Join Pallon, a spin-off from ETH Zurich, and contribute to developing AI that detects defects in sewer inspection videos. This hands-on role involves making decisions on model selection, system architecture, and performance tradeoffs, while also diving deep into code and data. You will research and develop computer vision methods, turn research into production-ready code, improve research and software design, and mentor other engineers. The ideal candidate possesses either a PhD in Machine Learning or Computer Vision with publications or 5+ years of industry experience taking ML projects to production. Strong collaboration, independent work, and solid software engineering experience are essential. Pallon offers benefits such as an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP), flexible work arrangements (work from home or office in Zurich), and the opportunity to contribute to a positive societal impact.

Requirements

• Either: a PhD focused on Machine Learning or Computer Vision with publications at well-known conferences
• Or: 5+ years of industry experience taking Machine Learning projects from research to production, coupled with a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or similar
• Strong collaborative and communication skills, contributing to an environment of mutual learning
• The ability to work independently but know when to team up or ask questions
• Solid software engineering experience building real-world systems as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Research and develop computer vision methods for scene understanding (like 3D reconstruction, SLAM, object detection, segmentation) to solve real-world problems
• Work hands-on to turn your research into robust, production-ready code
• Help improve how we do research, design software, and maintain code quality
• Share your knowledge and help mentor other engineers on the team

Benefits

• Contribute to a positive impact on society and the environment
• Develop a novel product that changes a whole industry
• Be part of a motivated, smart, fun, and supportive team of software engineers and AI researchers
• Own a part of Pallon and have a part in our success with our Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
• Work from home or enjoy access to our beautiful office space located in Zürich