Principal Research ScientistPlease submit your CV in English. As English is the primary working language, a minimum proficiency level of B2 is required.About DaonDaon is a integral leader in digital identity fraud prevention and protection against AI-generated synthetic identities. Recognized as a leading provider by Gartner, KuppingerCole, and Frost &

• Sullivan, Daon is shaping the future of identity security.fraud biometric technologies.Role OverviewAs part of a collaborative team of research and data scientists based in Europe, you will play a meaningful role in advancing Daon's biometric solutions. Working closely with research and engineering colleagues, your primary focus will be on improving and developing new biometric technologies that are delivered on time and aligned with our strategic objectives. Developing machine learning algorithms for face authentication solutionsResearching, prototyping, and evaluating presentation attack detection and fraud prevention methodsTesting and configuring face algorithms to meet performance and accuracy standardsExtending and utilising existing biometric code librariesRunning rigorous experiments, interpreting findings, and translating outcomes into deployable models and policiesHelping to innovate and develop solutions to emerging face biometrics challengesApplying and continuously growing your expertise in AI, machine learning, and computer visionWhat you haveHands on experience in at least two of the areas listed below.A proven track record through project delivery,



research contributions, or a minimum of two years of relevant employment experience:(1) Computer Vision &

• Deep LearningStrong grounding in computer vision and machine learning principlesProficiency with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlowSolid understanding of detection, recognition, and classical CV pipelinesStrong programming skills in Python and/or C++, including version control, testing, and debugging(2) Data &

• Experimental MethodsExperience handling, preprocessing, and analysing large?scale datasetsFamiliarity with synthetic data generation or weakly/lightly supervised learning approaches(3) Image Recognition &

• MatchingExperience with authentication, identity matching, or metric learningKnowledge of feature extraction, alignment, and embedding?spoofing researchNice to haveAbility to review, interpret, and implement state?of?the?art researchComfortable using AI tools to accelerate workflow and productivityAwareness of privacy, ethics, and security considerations in biometricsStrong written and verbal communication skills in EnglishEducationBachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field is preferred.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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