AI Software Engineer

• Design, develop, and test software for automated detection algorithms for a range of inspection modalities including single and multi-energy, multi-view x-ray transmission, x-ray backscatter, x-ray computed tomography, metal detectors, and others as the need arises.
• Develop and maintain algorithm APIs.
• Transition AI algorithms from experimental stages to released products.
• Port legacy AI frameworks onto new compute platforms.
• Support development of tools for data labeling, data analytics, and automated testing.
• Work independently to turn general requirement definitions into functioning software.
• Share knowledge and expertise across the algorithm development team and provide mentorship and technical support to junior members on the team.
• Communicate and collaborate with other development team members and comply with Rapiscan Systems’ internal software development processes and procedures.
• Responsible for delivering fully functional software per schedule as agreed upon during project’s planning phase.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or closely related field required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Strong in Python and C++ software development on Windows and Linux required.
• Experience collaborating with science, regulatory, quality, or cybersecurity teams desired.
• Experience deploying deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch, image processing development toolkits (e.g., OpenCV, MATLAB) and open-source libraries desired.
• Experience in signal processing, image analysis and target recognition for security, medical applications, or related field preferred.
• Experience with source control (Git) preferred.
• Experience with Docker preferred.
• Experience with UI development in python preferred.
• Self-motivation and enthusiasm for problem solving.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Selected candidate must be able to successfully pass an in-depth federal background check in order to obtain and maintain access to Sensitive Security Information (SSI).

Base salary is one component of your total rewards package. You may be eligible for long-term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discounted rate through the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP). OSI also offers comprehensive benefits including various options for health plans, access to 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account, disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits. In addition, paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. Full-Time salaried employees are entitled to flexible time-off.

Rapiscan Systems is the world’s leading security screening provider. As the world’s leading security screening provider, Rapiscan Systems provides state-of-the-art products, solutions and services that meet our customers’ most demanding threat detection needs while improving operational efficiency. Rapiscan Systems has installed over 70,000 products in more than 100 countries. Our systems are in use at airports, government and corporate buildings, postal facilities, military zones, seaports, and border crossings. Our science and technology team is looking for an AI Software Engineer to support the deployment and development of AI technologies. This individual will support a team of AI researchers and engineers that develop new detection techniques for explosives, narcotics, weapon, and contraband in air/sea cargo and passenger baggage in aviation screening applications.

This hybrid role provides a balance of onsite teamwork in Torrance, CA, and remote work flexibility through a combination of in-office and telecommuting arrangements.