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Computer Vision Algorithm Developer at IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries · Trevo
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Job Description
About the role
Computer Vision Algorithm Developer – Optical Navigation
We are looking for an experienced Computer Vision Algorithm Developer to join the Engineering & Systems Division within the Missiles & Space Group. The role focuses on developing advanced multi-sensor optical navigation solutions, fusing data from cameras, IMUs, GPS/GNSS, and additional sensors to enable accurate real-time localization and navigation.
What you'll do
Develop advanced image processing and computer vision algorithms for a variety of electro-optical sensors.
Design, develop, and optimize AI-based feature matching algorithms as well as classical computer vision methods, including SIFT, ORB, SuperPoint, and SuperGlue.
Train large-scale vision models and develop 3D scene understanding using both deep learning and classical approaches, including SLAM and Structure-from-Motion (SfM).
Develop image-based navigation algorithms for radar and electro-optical sensors.
Develop and implement sensor fusion algorithms involving IMU, GPS/GNSS, calibration, bias estimation, and noise modeling using Kalman Filters.
Work with optimization frameworks such as Ceres, g2o, or GTSAM (advantage).
Define and support validation scenarios, simulation environments, testing databases, and proof-of-concept experiments.
Implement algorithms in MATLAB, C++, and Python, utilizing PyTorch, TensorRT, and OpenCV.
Conduct algorithm benchmarking, performance analysis, and technical documentation.
Perform end-to-end system validation in collaboration with system engineering teams.
Plan, support, and analyze field experiments and validation campaigns.
Requirements
M.Sc. in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or another Exact Sciences discipline – Mandatory.
5+ years of experience in Computer Vision, Optical Navigation, localization and motion estimation, including Visual Odometry, Optical Flow, Ego-Motion Estimation, and Deep Learning-based Image Registration.
Strong background in Statistics and Probability – Mandatory.
Excellent analytical thinking, self-learning ability, motivation, and strong interpersonal skills.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a team developing next-generation defense technologies. Our Engineering & Systems Division delivers advanced solutions for precision strike systems, air defense, missile defense, simulation, and training. You'll work alongside world-class engineers and researchers, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve some of the most complex challenges in computer vision, AI, and autonomous navigation.