Image Processing Engineer

About the role

Ready to apply cutting-edge image processing, computer vision, and AI technology to innovations trusted around the world? Join Crane Currency as an Image Processing Engineer in Alpharetta, GA, where you'll help develop next-generation security features, solve complex technical challenges, and turn advanced imaging data into real-world solutions. Crane Currency is a premier industrial technology company and a pioneer in currency manufacturing and advanced micro-optics technology for securing physical products. Our sophisticated equipment and software leverage proprietary core capabilities with detection and sensing technologies. Around the world, our customers trust us to anticipate their needs with innovative, reliable, and high-quality currency & authentication solutions and services, just as they have for generations. We are a passionate team of 1,300 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose, we give people confidence every day in moments that matter. This comes to life through our Shared Values: People Matter, Do the Right Thing, Trusted Partner, Innovate for Growth, Always Improving.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D innovation teams in the design, development, and integration of rapid prototype software tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to software applications and systems.
• Manage small, medium, and large-scale projects to ensure successful execution and delivery.
• Analyze and manage large datasets to support research, development, and manufacturing objectives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on image processing and data visualization within cross-functional teams.
• Communicate complex technical findings and insights to stakeholders across the organization.
• Adhere to established software architecture standards and integrate with existing APIs when appropriate.
• Identify and address safety risks while promoting a safe working environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering (DSP), or Mathematics.
• Hands-on image processing and computer vision experience, including coding, API integration, and software troubleshooting.
• Experience managing project timelines, milestones, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations.
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, or C#, and experience with OpenCV, Pillow, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, or Touch Designer.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of statistics, image processing, optics, and human vision.

Qualifications

• Higher degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering (DSP), Mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience in an industrial R&D or similar technical environment.
• Experience with 3D rendering and shader development.
• Blender add-on development experience.
• Optics design, alignment, and metrology experience.