Data Scientist / AI-ML Engineer

☰ Data Scientist / AI-ML Engineer Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

Experience: 0–2 Years

Qualification: B.E / B.Tech in CSE/ISE/ECE

Role Overview

Advance Sensing is hiring a Data Scientist / AI-ML Engineer to develop intelligent machine learning, deep learning, computer vision and industrial analytics solutions for advanced manufacturing applications. The engineer will work on real-world industrial datasets including machine vision images, inspection results, sensor signals, process parameters and production data to build intelligent systems for automated defect detection, anomaly detection, predictive quality and manufacturing process optimization.

This opportunity is suitable for freshers and early-career engineers interested in building practical expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, industrial AI and data science. The role provides exposure to complete AI development workflows including data collection, image annotation, preprocessing, model development, model training, validation, optimization, deployment and continuous performance monitoring.

As part of a multidisciplinary engineering environment working across machine vision, industrial sensing and automation technology, the AI-ML Engineer will collaborate with application engineers, machine vision engineers, automation engineers and software developers to transform manufacturing data into reliable industrial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop machine learning and deep learning models for industrial inspection, quality control and manufacturing analytics applications.
• Develop AI-based computer vision algorithms for defect detection, image classification, object detection, anomaly detection and image segmentation.
• Work with industrial machine vision image datasets captured using area scan cameras, line scan cameras and specialized imaging systems.
• Perform image preprocessing, augmentation, normalization, filtering and dataset preparation for AI model development.
• Develop and train deep learning models using PyTorch, TensorFlow or similar AI and machine learning frameworks.
• Work with OpenCV and Python-based computer vision libraries for image processing and machine vision algorithm development.
• Perform data exploration, statistical analysis, feature engineering and visualization of industrial production datasets.
• Develop predictive analytics models for identifying process deviations, defect trends and potential quality risks.
• Evaluate AI model performance using appropriate validation metrics and structured testing methodologies.
• Optimize trained AI models for real-time inference and deployment in industrial inspection systems.
• Support integration of AI models with machine vision software, industrial cameras and production-line inspection applications.
• Prepare technical documentation covering datasets, training methodology, model versions, performance results and deployment configurations. Required Skills
• Good understanding of artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning fundamentals.
• Strong foundation in Python programming and data handling.
• Knowledge of NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Scikit-learn or similar data science libraries.
• Basic understanding of PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras or similar deep learning frameworks.
• Knowledge of OpenCV and fundamental image processing concepts.
• Understanding of supervised learning, unsupervised learning, classification, regression and clustering techniques.
• Basic knowledge of convolutional neural networks and deep learning architectures for image analysis.
• Understanding of model training, validation, testing, overfitting, regularization and performance evaluation.
• Strong analytical thinking, mathematical reasoning, debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in industrial AI, smart manufacturing, machine vision and automated quality inspection systems. Preferred Knowledge
• Computer vision and industrial image processing applications.
• Convolutional Neural Networks for image classification and defect detection.
• Object detection architectures and workflows for industrial applications.
• Semantic segmentation and instance segmentation for pixel-level defect identification.
• Anomaly detection techniques for identifying previously unseen industrial defects.
• Transfer learning and fine-tuning of pretrained deep learning models.
• Dataset annotation, class balancing and image augmentation techniques.
• Model optimization, quantization and edge AI deployment concepts.
• Time-series analysis and predictive analytics for industrial sensor data.
• Basic understanding of SQL, databases, APIs and data pipeline concepts.
• Understanding of MLOps concepts including model versioning, experiment tracking and deployment monitoring. AI and Machine Vision Applications

The Data Scientist / AI-ML Engineer will have the opportunity to work on practical industrial artificial intelligence applications where model accuracy, repeatability and inference performance directly influence manufacturing quality.

• Surface defect detection for scratches, dents, cracks, contamination and manufacturing abnormalities.
• AI-based visual inspection for automated quality control systems.
• Component classification and product identification.
• Object detection and localization in industrial images.
• Image segmentation for precise defect region identification.
• Industrial anomaly detection for unknown and difficult-to-define defect categories.
• Predictive defect trend analysis using inspection and process data.
• Production quality analytics and manufacturing intelligence.
• AI-powered inspection systems for high-speed manufacturing environments.
• Edge AI inference for real-time industrial machine vision applications. Tools and Technologies
• Python programming for AI, machine learning and data science development.
• PyTorch, TensorFlow or similar deep learning frameworks.
• OpenCV for image processing and computer vision development.
• NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn and scientific computing libraries.
• Jupyter Notebook and modern AI development environments.
• Git and version control workflows.
• Industrial machine vision image datasets and inspection result databases.
• Edge AI and GPU-accelerated inference platforms.
• Data visualization and industrial analytics tools. What You Will Learn

This position provides exposure beyond conventional academic AI projects. Engineers will work with real manufacturing data where factors such as illumination variation, surface texture, camera resolution, optical configuration, production speed and defect variability directly affect AI model performance.

You will gain practical experience in building complete industrial AI pipelines, from understanding an inspection problem and collecting representative data to developing, validating and deploying models within real machine vision and industrial automation environments.

Why Join Advance Sensing?

Advance Sensing works on advanced machine vision systems, AI-driven industrial inspection, industrial sensing technology, automated quality inspection systems and intelligent manufacturing solutions. The Data Scientist / AI-ML Engineer role provides an opportunity to work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, computer vision, industrial data analytics and real manufacturing engineering.

The position offers young engineers hands-on exposure to AI-powered machine vision systems, industrial camera datasets, deep learning-based defect detection, predictive quality analytics and edge AI deployment. Candidates interested in AI-ML jobs in Bengaluru, Data Scientist careers in Karnataka, Computer Vision Engineer opportunities in India, Deep Learning Engineer roles and industrial AI careers can build strong practical expertise through this role.

By working alongside teams involved in machine vision, sensing technology, industrial automation and smart manufacturing, the engineer will gain an understanding of how AI algorithms move from research and experimentation into reliable production systems.

Who Should Apply?

This role is suitable for candidates who enjoy solving technical problems using data, algorithms and experimentation. Candidates should be curious about how artificial intelligence can solve real industrial problems and should be willing to work with complex datasets, challenging visual inspection problems and practical deployment constraints.

Fresh graduates and candidates with up to two years of experience in data science, machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, image processing or related software development areas are encouraged to apply.

Apply for This Position

Interested candidates can submit their resume and professional details through the application form below. Candidates with academic projects, GitHub repositories, AI-ML portfolios, computer vision projects, research work or relevant internship experience are encouraged to include those details in their application.

Data Scientist / AI-ML Engineer: Engineering Expertise, Applications and Industry Value

Advance Sensing Private Limited provides Data Scientist / AI-ML Engineer careers in machine vision, industrial automation and AI engineering for manufacturers seeking dependable, scalable and application-specific engineering. Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, the company combines more than 30 years of industry leadership experience with a young, technically strong engineering team working across machine vision, industrial automation, artificial intelligence, robotics, industrial sensing and manufacturing intelligence.

Careers at Advance Sensing give early-career engineers the opportunity to work on real industrial problems involving machine vision, automation controls, software, AI, robotics, optics, sensors and mechanical system design. Candidates can gain exposure to customer applications, system architecture, proof-of-concept development, commissioning, validation and technical documentation while learning from industry veterans with more than 30 years of experience.

Industrial applications

Typical applications include machine vision engineering, automation controls, AI and machine learning, software development, mechanical design, application engineering and industrial commissioning. Every deployment should be engineered around the production environment, target defects, takt time, product variation, operator workflow, data requirements and acceptance criteria.

Why manufacturers evaluate Advance Sensing

Advance Sensing brings together machine vision, AI inspection, industrial cameras, optics, lighting, sensors, PLC connectivity, robotics and software in a unified engineering approach. This helps manufacturers reduce manual inspection dependency, improve defect detection consistency, strengthen traceability, automate repetitive operations and build a practical roadmap toward smart factory and Industry 4.0 adoption.

Frequently asked questions

How should a manufacturer choose a machine vision or automation partner?

Review proven application engineering capability, system integration experience, validation methodology, support model and the provider's ability to connect cameras, sensors, robotics, software and factory controls into one reliable production solution.

Does Advance Sensing provide customized systems?

Yes. Solutions are developed around the customer's product, defect criteria, process, line speed, environment, automation architecture and reporting needs rather than being limited to a one-size-fits-all platform.