Job Summary
Mantra Softech is seeking an experienced and innovation-driven Lead Computer Vision to drive the development of next-generation biometric, image processing, and AI-powered vision solutions. The ideal candidate should possess a strong research mindset, have contributed to patents, publications, or innovative technology development, and demonstrate deep expertise in Computer Vision, Image Processing, and C++-based software development.
This role requires a technically hands-on leader who can architect solutions, mentor engineering teams, and contribute to the company's intellectual property (IP) and product innovation roadmap.
Roles And Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of advanced Computer Vision and Image Processing algorithms.
- Research and develop innovative solutions in biometrics, face recognition, liveness detection, OCR, document verification, object detection, image enhancement, and related domains.
- Drive technology innovation and contribute to patent filings, research publications, and intellectual property development.
- Build proof-of-concepts (POCs) and transform research outcomes into scalable commercial products.
- Design high-performance applications using C++ and optimize algorithms for real-time processing.
- Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Embedded Systems, and AI teams to define technical roadmaps.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, research papers, and industry trends to strengthen the company's technology leadership.
- Mentor and guide engineers on computer vision architecture, algorithm design, and best development practices.
- Participate in technical reviews, architecture discussions, and strategic R&D initiatives.
Key Performance Indicators
Technical Skills :
- Strong expertise in Computer Vision, Image Processing, and Pattern Recognition.
- Advanced programming experience in C++.
- Strong understanding of OpenCV and image processing libraries.
- Experience with Machine Learning and Deep Learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or equivalent.
- Knowledge of object detection, image segmentation, feature extraction, tracking, OCR, facial recognition, and biometric technologies.
- Strong understanding of algorithm design, optimization, and performance tuning.
- Experience working on Linux-based development environments.
- Understanding of software architecture, multithreading, and performance-critical applications.
Research & Innovation
- Proven track record of patent filings, granted patents, research publications, or significant innovative product contributions.
- Ability to read, evaluate, and implement concepts from academic research papers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience in technology incubation, product innovation, or R&D environments will be highly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Image Processing, Electronics, or a related field.
- Experience in biometric technologies, identity management, security systems, surveillance, or embedded vision applications.
- Contributions to patents, research journals, IEEE publications, or international conferences.
- Experience leading technical teams and driving end-to-end product development.
What We Are Looking For
- Strong researcher mindset with a passion for innovation.
- Patent-oriented thinker capable of developing unique and commercially valuable solutions.
- Hands-on technical leader who can balance research and product development.
- Ability to solve complex real-world vision challenges and convert ideas into scalable products.
- Excellent communication, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
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