Computer Vision Engineer
About the job
- A Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.
- Strong mathematical foundations and coding skills are required.
- Hands-on Machine Learning and Computer Vision project experience is required.
- Enthusiasm for Machine Learning and Computer Vision is required.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams is required.
- The candidate must be fully dedicated to Harmattan AI's mission, vision, and growth plans and ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence.
- Conduct research on state-of-the-art Computer Vision methodologies and participate in creating and curating training and validation datasets.
- Perform statistical analyses and develop visualization tools to ensure data quality.
- Build and refine training pipelines and metrics to enhance model performance.
- Develop and optimize Computer Vision algorithms for robotics and aerospace projects.
- Implement Machine Learning and Computer Vision models in production-ready environments, integrate them with Harmattan AI's systems, and conduct code reviews.
- Test algorithms in real-world environments, develop monitoring tools, track model performance, and continuously improve deployed solutions.
- Work closely with software and simulation teams to align development with system requirements.
- Communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.
- A PhD is a plus.
- Python and C++ coding skills are a plus.
- Experience in top AI companies is a plus.
About the company
Harmattan AI builds vertically integrated autonomous defense systems for NATO and allied forces. Its products include layered air defence, coordinated ISR and strike UAVs, electronic-warfare tools, and command-and-control platforms, all powered by a software-defined autonomy stack. The systems are designed to operate together, with autonomous decision-making, sensor fusion, and mission execution through its C2 framework. The company differentiates itself through large-scale industrial manufacturing, secured Programs of Record with European and UK defense ministries, and a strategic partnership with Dassault Aviation to embed Harmattan’s controlled autonomy into combat-air systems such as Rafale F5 and UCAS. The goal is to provide trusted, scalable autonomous solutions for defense missions, expanding globally and embedding autonomy into partner platforms to strengthen allied capabilities.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$242M
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
2024
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 2026 NAMIB testing linked a drone sensor to Rafale targeting in flight.
- June 2026 France ordered 5,000 Sonora ISR drones after a prior 1,000-unit tranche.
- September 2026 Series B raised $200 million at $1.4 billion, funding global expansion.
What critics are saying
- Defence procurement concentration in France and UK ties revenue to two ministries.
- Harmattan claims 10,000 drones monthly, but public production audits remain absent.
- A high-profile Rafale or NATO autonomy failure could freeze deployment and kill trust.
What makes Harmattan AI unique
- Dassault embeds Harmattan autonomy into Rafale F5 and UCAS programs.
- Harmattan ships ISR, strike, EW, and C2 systems from one software stack.
- France and UK Programs of Record validate procurement traction against European peers.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Stock Options
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Gym Membership
Phone/Internet Stipend
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Certification Support
Mentorship Program
Parental Leave
Relocation Assistance
Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus
Commuter Benefits
Legal Services
Meal Benefits
Pet Insurance
Sabbatical Leave
Hybrid Work Options
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
12%1 year growth
2%2 year growth
-2%Bpifrance and Future French Champions have invested in Harmattan AI, a defence company developing autonomous systems, alongside Dassault Aviation. Global law firm White & Case advised on the strategic investment. The transaction was led by Dassault Aviation as part of a strategic partnership to accelerate the integration of controlled autonomy and AI technologies into combat aviation systems. Future French Champions is a joint venture between the Qatar Investment Authority and Bpifrance. Harmattan AI develops autonomous, scalable and attritable defence systems. The White & Case team was led by partners Saam Golshani and Jean-Guillaume Meunier, with support from several other partners, counsel and associates across the firm.
Dassault Aviation and Harmattan AI have successfully tested NAMIB, a new electronic warfare payload, during a collaborative flight with a Rafale F4 fighter jet. The system, mounted on an unmanned aerial vehicle, detected and geolocated a radar several dozen kilometres away, transmitting target coordinates to the Rafale for a simulated strike. NAMIB can detect, identify, and geolocate electromagnetic emissions from air defence systems. It operates on tactical drones and fixed-wing unmanned aircraft. Development began in January 2026 as part of a strategic partnership between the two companies. The test demonstrates the Rafale's multi-domain combat capabilities and its ability to integrate with autonomous systems. Harmattan AI is a defence technology company specialising in autonomous robotic systems for contested environments.
The Paris-based defence startup is said to have won backing from German VC Atlantic Labs
The fundraise was led by French aerospace manufacturer Dassault Aviation
Dassault Aviation SA, developer of the Rafale fighter jet, led a $200 million investment into the relatively unknown drone company Harmattan AI, making it one of Europe’s newest unicorn startups.