This is a part-time, occasional, contract role (~ 6 months). We are seeking for an individual to provide direction on an internal project including software planning and review. Candidate should have strong Computer Vision/OCR experience. Number of hours will vary each week with 130 hours total over the 6 month period.

General Accountabilities

• Develop advanced machine learning models for automation tools using Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning
• Generate training data from operational data from various formats (text, images, databases, spreadsheets)
• Develop complete pipelines to clean and process data.
• Prepare software in accordance with software requirements.
• Verify and review software for quality assurance.
• Perform software testing (unit testing, regression testing, integration testing).
• Develop software documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop proof of concepts and prototypes.

• Monitor, troubleshoot, manage and optimizing performance of the models and workflows while acting as a subject matter export.
• Identify, research and evaluate new machine learning methodologies.
• Other duties as required.

Selection Criteria

• Completion of a four-year university degree (Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering) or equivalent
• A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant work experience is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience using python.
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience using scikit-learn, OpenCV, tensor flow, keras, pytorch, pytesseract

• Demonstrated technical writing experience with a strong focus on quality and schedule
• Ability to be granted nuclear site security clearance
• Highly innovative and creative in seeking technical solutions
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Working knowledge and application of quality standards is an asset.

• Experience within the nuclear industry is an asset.
• Advanced degree with ML research experience is an asset.