Senior Machine Learning Engineer – Applied Computer Vision (Full Stack)

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.

Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Senior Machine Learning Engineer – Applied Computer Vision

Type: Full-time/%100 Remote

Tasks:

• You will be responsible for developing a visual perception system for interceptor drones.
• Your focus will be on robust real-time object detection and tracking under real-world conditions.
• The goal is not a research demonstrator, but a resilient, integrable prototype that functions reliably with minimal sensor technology and can be scaled later.
• You will work continuously from data pipeline and model training to integration on cloud and embedded infrastructure.

Requirements:

• In-depth experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow as well as common object detection frameworks (e.g., YOLO, Detectron, OpenCV)
• Proven practical experience in applied computer vision, preferably in the context of drones and real-time systems
• Experience with cloud and compute infrastructures, e.g., AWS EC2, GPU setups, containerization, or independent compute service design
• Ability to pragmatically develop, deploy, and iteratively refine ML models

What we offer:

•Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
•Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
•Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
•Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
•Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
•Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.