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# Computational Imaging Researcher at Kitware

- **Company:** Kitware
- **Location:** Minneapolis, MN
- **Compensation:** $125k–$170k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2025-10-08
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/kitware/7289713c-6882-44cc-8650-72030738b0b3

## Job description

Team Description: Kitware’s computational imaging team uses traditional and non-traditional image sensors in novel ways to address challenges faced by our customers. Our solutions embrace deep learning and add measurable value to government agencies, commercial organizations, and academic institutions worldwide. We understand the opportunities of non-traditional visual sensors to improve the performance of real-world applications of computer vision. We seek to advance the fields of computational imaging, computer vision, and deep learning through research and development and through collaborative projects that build on our open source software platforms, such as VIAME and Telesculptor.

About the Projects: Kitware’s employees have unique opportunities to interact and collaborate directly with customers, visit interesting customer sites, and participate in live field tests and demonstrations. Much of Kitware’s work involves applying state-of-the-art computational imaging and artificial intelligence approaches to dynamic, real-world problems. You will have the opportunity to contribute your skills to projects focused on national security, making a difference on a daily basis to protect our country. Research and Development Engineers at Kitware also enjoy benefits commonly associated with a position in academia, such as support and encouragement for the publication of novel work.

We partner with premier government R&D agencies such as DARPA, IARPA, AFRL, NVESD, NOAA, ONR, other branches of the US military, and multiple members of the Intelligence Community on a range of efforts including prime contracts, SBIRs, and STTRs. In addition, we provide commercial services to companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Kitware employs an open source business model to foster extended, collaborative communities, and to provide flexible, high-quality technical solutions. If you’ve used CMake, ITK, or VTK, you know our work and the impact it has on the communities we help build.

In This Position You Will:

- Develop robust computational imaging solutions to capture and process visual information, often in challenging environments (e.g. turbulence and low lighting)
- Enjoy support and encouragement for participation in national and international conferences (such as CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, ICCP, WACV, and 3DV)
- Be encouraged to seek funding to grow and develop your own research areas, if you desire

Required Qualifications:

- PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or related field
- Strong publication record in top-tier research publications and conferences
- Highly innovative and demonstrated track record for solving difficult technical challenges using imagery
- Experience collaborating successfully with others and thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Candidates should include a detailed list of publications as part of their resume/CV
- Due to contractual restrictions, only US Citizens will be considered for this position
- If not already cleared TS/SCI, willingness and ability to apply for and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with computational cameras (light field cameras, event sensors, SPADs, etc.) is highly desirable
- Experience with deep learning methods is desirable, but not required

## About Kitware

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Kitware provides advanced technical computing, state-of-the-art AI, and custom software solutions built on open source platforms to solve complex scientific and industrial challenges.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% employee-owned via ESOP)
- **Headquarters**: Clifton Park, New York, USA
- **Founded**: 1998
- **Founders**: Lisa Avila, Bill Hoffman, Will Schroeder, Ken Martin, and Charles Law

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Advanced technical computing, artificial intelligence, computer vision, medical computing, scientific computing, software development
- Target customers: B2B – government agencies, research institutions, and commercial enterprises across defense, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, and life sciences
- Mission or purpose statement: “To advance science and technology, empowering global innovation and addressing the world’s challenges.”

## Products & Services
- **Open Source Platforms**: Widely used libraries and applications (e.g., VTK, CMake, ParaView, ITK, KWIVER) that form the foundation for custom solutions.
- **Custom Software Development**: Tailored solutions built on open source platforms for customers requiring proprietary, secure, or regulated applications.
- **AI & Deep Learning Services**: State-of-the-art models and algorithms integrated with dataset management and AI training pipelines.
- **Consulting & Research**: Collaboration with customers across all technology readiness levels, from basic research to production deployment.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (employee-owned, no public valuation)
- **Key Metric**: Consolidated revenue over $39 million (as of latest available data)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (self-funded, no external investors); customers include diverse government and commercial entities.
- **Growth Signals**: 500+ active projects worldwide; team of 200+ employees across six offices (Clifton Park, Santa Fe, Minneapolis, Carrboro, Arlington, Lyon); 100% employee-owned structure ensures long-term independence and sustainability.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Open Source Moat**: Decades of investment in widely adopted open source platforms (VTK, CMake, etc.) create a strong ecosystem and reduce customer lock-in.
- **Deep Technical Expertise**: Internationally renowned researchers and developers in AI, computer vision, medical computing, and scientific computing.
- **100% Employee Ownership**: All shares held in an ESOP, aligning employee incentives with long-term company success and independence.
- **Proven Track Record**: 20+ years of successful custom solution delivery with no vendor lock-in for customers.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue to advance AI and open source platforms to accelerate reproducible research and product development.
- Expand custom solution offerings across new industries while maintaining a strong research culture.
- Invest in talent development through tuition reimbursement, an Open Source Software Technology Program, and a culture of continuous learning.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Mission**: Strong emphasis on open science, collaboration, and making a positive impact on the world. 95% of employees say it’s a great place to work (Great Place to Work® certified).
- **100% Employee-Owned**: Every employee shares in the company’s financial success through the ESOP.
- **Work-Life Balance**: Flexible schedules with core hours (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.); six weeks of paid time off per year; paid parental leave.
- **Professional Development**: Funded conference attendance, 80% tuition reimbursement (100% for eligible master’s program), and a career development program.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with immediate vesting after six months, life and disability insurance.
- **Locations**: Offices in Clifton Park (NY), Santa Fe (NM), Minneapolis (MN), Carrboro (NC), Arlington (VA), and Lyon, France – each offering unique lifestyle opportunities.
- **Engineering Culture**: Collaborative team environment with two mentors for new hires; strong emphasis on open source contributions and publishing (1,000+ papers).

## Sources
1. [kitware.com](https://www.kitware.com/about/)
2. [kitware.com](https://www.kitware.com/careers/)
3. [kitware.com](https://www.kitware.com/home/)
4. [greatplacetowork.com](https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7007981)

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