Senior Algorithm Engineer

Carl Zeiss Jena GmbH

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Suzhou Until 9/29/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted July 31, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

This position defines and validates the core measurement algorithms for a handheld laser 3D scanner.

This role is responsible for building the CPU reference algorithms, calibration logic, subpixel accuracy model, and 3D reconstruction pipeline that guide FPGA implementation and determine final measurement quality.

1.    Develop CPU reference algorithms for:
•    laser stripe extraction
•    subpixel center localization
•    noise filtering
•    feature validation
•    triangulation-based 3D reconstruction
2.    Define the algorithm reference flow for:
    Image → Stripe → Subpixel → 3D Point → Point Cloud
3.    Build golden datasets and validation methods for FPGA comparison.
4.    Define accuracy metrics and error evaluation methods, including:
•    pixel-level error
•    subpixel deviation
•    point cloud consistency
•    calibration residuals
•    repeatability
5.    Work with the FPGA engineer to translate algorithm logic into hardware-friendly modules.
6.    Work with the system engineer to define data formats, interfaces, and validation checkpoints.
7.    Support calibration, prototype testing, and measurement performance analysis.
 

1.    Strong background in image processing, computer vision, or 3D measurement algorithms
2.    Proficiency in C++ / Python / MATLAB for algorithm development and validation
3.    Experience with at least one of the following:
•    laser stripe extraction
•    subpixel localization
•    camera calibration
•    triangulation
•    point cloud processing
4.    Ability to build reference algorithms and compare outputs across software and hardware implementations
5.    Strong analytical ability in accuracy, repeatability, and error source analysis
 

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About this role

Summary

Develop and validate algorithms for laser 3D scanner measurement accuracy

Job title

Senior Algorithm Engineer

Experience level

senior level

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

based in Suzhou, on-site work required

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C++PythonMATLABimage processingcomputer vision3D measurement

Preferred skills

laser stripe extractionsubpixel localizationcalibration

Specializations

image processingcomputer vision3D measurementalgorithms
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Suzhou, Jiangsu, China

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