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Object Detection Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

... object detection, and tracking algorithms in C++ • Perform statistical analysis to support algorithm characterization and verification • Test and verify your algorithms via software and hardware ...

Perception Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $250K/yr

Design and implement robust perception, object detection, and tracking algorithms in C++ * Perform statistical analysis to support algorithm characterization and verification * Test and verify your ...

You will support the development of AI/ML algorithms in a multitude of disciplines from object detection/classification, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and large language models.

You will support the development of AI/ML algorithms in a multitude of disciplines from object detection/classification, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and large language models.

Optical Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$132K - $171K/yr

... object detection, feature discrimination, and/or characterization by space domain awareness (SDA) systems • Be able to design, develop, and quantify results for satellite simulations that ...

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What is the difference between Object Detection vs Computer Vision Engineer?

AspectObject DetectionComputer Vision Engineer
Required CredentialsKnowledge of machine learning, deep learning, and computer vision frameworksSame as Object Detection, often with additional programming and software development skills
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, tech companies, AI startups focusing on image/video analysisBroader environments including robotics, autonomous vehicles, medical imaging, and multimedia
Industry UsagePrimarily in AI, robotics, surveillance, and autonomous systemsIn various sectors like automotive, healthcare, security, and entertainment

Object Detection specialists focus specifically on identifying and locating objects within images or videos, often using deep learning models. Computer Vision Engineers have a broader role, developing systems that interpret visual data, which includes object detection as one of their tasks. Both roles require similar skills and credentials but differ in scope and application.

Infographic showing various Object Detection job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Perception Engineer

True Anomaly

Denver, CO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:
True Anomaly is a company focused on delivering capabilities for space superiority. They are seeking a Perception Engineer to drive the architecture for image processing and object tracking for their spacecraft, and to design and implement perception algorithms.
Responsibilities:
• Drive the architecture for the image processing, object tracking, and pose estimation pipelines for the next generation of Jackal spacecraft
• Design and implement robust perception, object detection, and tracking algorithms in C++
• Perform statistical analysis to support algorithm characterization and verification
• Test and verify your algorithms via software and hardware in the loop simulation
• Work with the software team to integrate your algorithms into flight software
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, robotics, or a similar discipline
• Experienced with C/C++ and Python
• 2+ years of experience with implementing perception and tracking algorithms deployed in real world systems
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and solve complex problems with first principles approaches
• Passion for spaceflight and advancing capabilities related to space domain awareness and space security
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
Preferred:
• Master’s or PhD in computer science, robotics, or a similar discipline
• 2+ years of professional experience writing high-reliability, production C/C++ code
• Deep technical expertise in one or more of the following: SLAM, nonlinear filtering, image processing, object detection, computer vision, pose estimation
Company:
True Anomaly develops space security technologies, including spacecraft, software platforms, and mission systems for orbital operations. Founded in 2022, the company is headquartered in Centennial, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.