
AI/ML Engineer
Posted 2 days ago

Posted 2 days ago
This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Latvia.
• Design and enhance practical computer vision systems with an emphasis on aerial image recognition.
• Create solutions that incorporate object detection, image segmentation, classification, and pattern recognition.
• Train, fine-tune, assess, and deploy computer vision and machine learning models.
• Experiment with state-of-the-art vision models, foundational models, and multimodal AI technologies.
• Investigate new AI methodologies and assess their potential value for products.
• Quickly develop prototypes and validate technical concepts.
• Enhance model accuracy, dependability, performance, and inference efficiency.
• Work with visual data, creating data preparation, training, and evaluation workflows.
• Investigate LLMs, embeddings, vision-language models, and emerging AI technologies.
• Utilize AI coding tools and agents to expedite development, research, debugging, and prototyping.
• Identify opportunities for AI to enhance overall product quality and user experience.
• Take ownership of technical challenges from initial research through to implementation and deployment.
• Collaborate directly with the client’s team on a comprehensive roofing technology platform.
• Function in an international setting with direct access to the co-founder, swift decision-making, minimal bureaucracy, and a culture that fosters ownership and innovation.
• 2–3 years of practical experience in AI/ML, computer vision, or a related field.
• Proficient in Python.
• Hands-on experience in developing and enhancing real-world computer vision systems.
• Strong grasp of machine learning fundamentals.
• Practical experience with PyTorch or another contemporary machine learning framework.
• Familiarity with object detection, image segmentation, classification, and pattern recognition.
• Experience in training, fine-tuning, evaluating, and deploying ML models.
• Knowledge of modern computer vision models and foundational models.
• Experience utilizing AI coding tools or agents for development, research, debugging, and rapid prototyping.
• Familiarity with LLMs, multimodal AI, embeddings, or vision-language models.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to tackle open-ended technical challenges.
• Ability to swiftly transition from an idea or hypothesis to a functioning prototype.
• Strong plus: experience with aerial, satellite, drone, or geospatial imagery.
• Strong plus: experience with LiDAR, point clouds, photogrammetry, depth estimation, or 3D reconstruction.
• Strong plus: prior experience in construction, property technology, mapping, robotics, or a related industry.
• Strong plus: experience deploying ML solutions within cloud environments.
• Strong plus: knowledge of GPU computing, inference optimization, or model performance optimization.
• Strong plus: experience with OpenCV, C/C++, or MATLAB.
• Career support and guidance in locating new opportunities.
• Legal assistance concerning independent contractor or sole proprietorship status, taxes, and associated processes.
• English language courses.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Team-building activities.
• Flexible working hours.
• 29 days of paid time off (consisting of 18 working days per year plus all national holidays).
• 10 paid recovery days.
• Comprehensive financial and legal support for independent contractors.
• Complimentary English classes with native speakers or Ukrainian instructors.
• Dedicated HR support.
• Assurance through client vetting and reliable payment processes.
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