Data Lab Assistant

Location: Bengaluru, KA, in Department: Research & Development Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Planning, organising, and conducting extensive image data acquisition projects on Smiths Detection X-ray systems. Activities will be carried out at the local site, in laboratories, and at customer locations worldwide.

Preparing X-ray systems and ensuring their operational readiness for image data acquisition (hardware and software).

Planning, conducting, and organising experiments on X-ray systems (for example, software functionality tests and detection performance evaluations), including documenting test results.

Coordinating the post-processing of image data (for example, labelling & annotation) by internal and external resources, while also providing hands-on support as needed. Ensuring the quality of image data and annotations.

Structured storage of data in databases and on data servers, utilizing IT tools and scripts for efficient data management and processing.

Organizing, managing, and (if required) purchasing test objects required for image acquisition activities (suitcases, test items, etc.).

Continuously improving processes related to image acquisition, data labelling, and data management.

Acting as a point of contact within the iCMORE team and across other Smiths locations regarding image data.

Qualifications

Candidate Profile

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English.

Team player with an independent, goal-oriented working style and a high degree of initiative.

Collaborate with a Global mindset, cultural awareness.

Collaborate closely with local and international (development) teams across distributed projects.

Willing and able to identify and support change and continuous improvement in own and wider business environment.

Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Knowledge of Linux and command-line environments.

A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent knowledge of practical experience.

Professional experience in the technical handling of X-ray systems is desirable.

As per company policy, this role requires presence in the office 4 days per week.

Additional Information

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website.