Senior Computer Vision Engineer at ALTEN

Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?  

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 30 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement and support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join our software engineering team working on the next generation of high-performance camera tracking systems, delivering precise real-time vision data across sports, automotive, and automation domains, and many more! You’ll contribute to the design and development of advanced computer vision solutions for object detection, tracking, and 3D reconstruction, ensuring reliable performance in dynamic, real-world environments. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of AI innovation, applied mathematics, and embedded software engineering, helping shape the future of intelligent vision technology.

Location: Basingstoke (Hybrid, approx. 3 days on-site)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (5+ years relevant experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust computer vision algorithms for detection, classification, segmentation, and tracking
• Lead research and prototyping of new vision-based technologies using deep learning and classical methods
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, hardware, product) to integrate vision systems into real-world applications
• Optimise models for embedded platforms, edge devices, or cloud environments
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership within the team
• Stay current with advancements in AI, deep learning, and computer vision to apply new techniques to products

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Python and/or C++
• Experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.)
• Solid understanding of classical vision techniques (e.g., feature extraction, optical flow, camera calibration)
• Experience deploying models to production (cloud, edge, or embedded)
• Strong mathematical foundation in linear algebra, probability, and optimisation

Soft Skills & Collaboration

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with the confidence to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Strong problem-solving mindset, with the ability to take ownership of complex challenges
• Proven ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment
• Comfortable working in a consultancy setting, adapting quickly to new industries and project requirements

Desirable Skills

• Experience with OpenCV, CUDA, and real-time processing pipelines
• Familiarity with GPU acceleration and multi-threaded performance tuning
• Experience in tracking, automation, or high-speed imaging domains

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Must have 5+ years of experience in software or vision-based system development

Why join us? 

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. 

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities. 

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. 

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential. 

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today! 

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)