About the role

The opportunity:
An exciting opening has emerged to build on the incumbent capability amidst significant expansion in the ML & AI product development at this consumer electronics business., The company is focusing on supercharging  its product lines and exploring new business opportunities by using ML and AI to enhance customer experiences and extend product lifespans. This pivotal role calls for a technical specialist to spearhead the ML and in turn AI initiatives, offering an unique opportunity to shape both current and future products by integrating innovative technological developments. This talented team of engineers designs cutting-edge electric motor and controller technology that forms the nerve centre of the appliances in our homes. 

The company:
A shining star in Aotearoa’s technology sector, building high-end consumer electronics, software ecosystems and solutions for a widespread global audiences.  Regionally, their success has been monumental in some areas and fledgling in others.  Categories for the application of their IP are much the same, immense success in some and recent emerging growth.  These verticals include home consumer, auto, health and lifestyle for global jurisdictions in the multi-million dollar bracket.

The role breaks down into five core capabilities 

Leadership and Vision: Own the technical ML output, guiding both technical development and product delivery.

Innovation and Development: Develop and deploy machine learning and data models and algorithms that enhance the company’s product range significantly.

Quality and Standards: Establish robust testing and data collection protocols; uphold high standards in machine learning training, deployment processes.

Collaboration and Influence: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify innovative opportunities; lead cross-functional ML projects, effectively communicating complex technical needs.

Mentorship and Guidance: Lead the Digital Team if desired, enhancing skills in data engineering and machine learning through dedicated leadership.

The fit:
This role offers a diverse range of opportunities for someone with a background in engineering, especially in developing embedded software, algorithms, and data driven models for ML and AI initiatives.
If you enjoy using Python or MATLAB and thrive on compressing this on an embedded platform, then this role presents the perfect challenge for you.
Being comfortable with bringing new products to international markets and leading technical projects that include crafting and implementing innovative AI or ML solutions is key. Having knowledge of signal processing considerations and experience with neural network quantization, as well as embedded software development in C/C++ for 32-bit ARM-based MCUs or similar will set you apart. This position is an opportunity to impact the direction of cutting-edge technology solutions significantly, working within a team environment that fosters innovation and exceeds customer expectations.

If you are driven to excel and lead in developing technology that enhances customer experiences worldwide, we encourage you to apply.