Senior Python Desktop / AI Engineer (pywebview + CV/ML)

About the Role

We’re building a Python-based desktop application that combines backend services, modern web UI, and advanced computer vision/AI pipelines. You’ll work across the full stack—from system architecture and XML/SVG transformations to AI-powered image processing and enterprise integrations.

This is a hands-on role for someone who can design, build, and ship complex desktop systems, not just contribute small pieces.

Tech Stack

• Backend: Python 3.12, Bottle
• Desktop UI: pywebview + HTML/CSS/JavaScript (jQuery, Bootstrap)
• Data Processing: lxml (XML/SVG pipelines)
• Rendering: Inkscape CLI
• AI / CV: OpenCV, PyTorch, Ultralytics (YOLO)
• Integration: Microsoft SharePoint, Azure Active Directory
• Packaging: PyInstaller
• Dependency Mgmt: pip + private Azure Artifacts

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement a modular desktop architecture (Python backend + embedded web UI)
• Build and optimize XML → transformation → SVG rendering pipelines
• Integrate and deploy computer vision / AI models into production workflows
• Improve performance of image processing and rendering (OpenCV, Inkscape)
• Develop clean, maintainable frontend logic using vanilla JS + jQuery
• Integrate with enterprise systems (SharePoint, Azure AD)
• Package and distribute the application using PyInstaller across environments
• Debug complex issues across UI, backend, native dependencies, and OS-level packaging
• Collaborate on future scalability (cloud integration, modular services)

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with Python (production-level systems)
• Strong experience building desktop or hybrid (desktop + web) applications
• Hands-on experience with XML/SVG processing (e.g., lxml, XPath)
• Experience with computer vision or ML pipelines (OpenCV, PyTorch, or similar)
• Solid understanding of frontend fundamentals (JavaScript, DOM, async behavior)
• Experience packaging/distributing apps (PyInstaller or similar tools)
• Familiarity with REST APIs and backend frameworks

Nice to Have (Strong Plus)

• Experience with pywebview or Electron-like architectures
• Experience integrating YOLO / Ultralytics models
• Knowledge of Azure ecosystem (Azure AD, SharePoint APIs)
• Performance optimization for image processing pipelines
• Experience handling native dependencies and cross-platform builds
• Background in graphics, CAD, or SVG rendering systems

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who can own problems end-to-end
• Strong debugging mindset (not just coding)
• Ability to work across backend, frontend, and system-level issues
• Practical AI/ML experience (shipping models, not just training)
• Comfortable working in a lean, fast-moving environment

Why This Role is Interesting

• You’ll work on a non-trivial system combining desktop, backend, and AI
• Real-world challenges: rendering, performance, packaging, integrations
• High ownership and impact on architecture decisions

Interview Process

• Technical discussion with HR (architecture + past experience)
• Practical coding or system design exercise
• Offer