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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Face Analytics)

Xailient Inc.
Full-time
Remote
Australia
Technology and IT

We are seeking a Senior ML Engineer to design, build, test and optimise the core algorithms for our face analytics platform. You'll be a technical leader, translating cutting-edge computer vision research into high-performance, production-ready code. If you excel at solving complex CV problems and are fluent in both Python and C++, we want to hear from you.



What You Bring

  • Experience: 5+ years in commercial software, with 3+ years specialising in Machine Learning or Computer Vision.
  • Algorithmic Expertise: Deep knowledge of CV algorithms (e.g., detection, segmentation, pose estimation), ideally applied to face analytics.
  • ML Fundamentals: Strong grasp of ML and deep learning principles. You know why models work, not just how to use them.
  • Code Fluency: Expertise in both Python and modern C++.
  • Production Tooling: Skilled with OpenCV, Docker, CMake and CI/CD
  • Quality Focus: A strong believer in software rigour, including TDD. Use of tests to optimise algorithms and process.
  • Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for AI and building high-performance CV systems.



What We Offer

  • Remote-First & Flexible
  • Work from anywhere in Australia (core hours in Sydney timezone).
  • Balance async collaboration and real-time teamwork.
  • School run or surf run midday? You do you!
  • Make an Impact
  • Drive the design and architecture of the product. Have your say and be listened to.
  • Very few management layers and no BS: we always back the best technical solution.
  • Fun & Collaborative Culture
  • Frequent team retros where you are listened to with concrete action plan to do better!
  • Share your passion with experts in production ML and high-performance C++.
  • Using LLM tools like Cursor or Claude Code is encouraged to do the programming labour for you while being mindful of producing slop
  • Pair programming, knowledge sharing and design review sessions
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