Programmer for Snooker Scoring System

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Programmer to assist in the development of an automatic scoring and tracking system for snooker. This innovative system leverages a single overhead camera and a touchscreen device with onboard processing to provide real-time scoring and statistics. The project involves migrating and adapting an existing Windows-based software stack to a Linux-based touchscreen platform, ensuring reliable and efficient operation.

Responsibilities

• Migrate existing software assets from Windows to a Linux-based environment, ensuring compatibility and performance.
• Adapt and optimize the YOLOv8 ONNX model and Python code for computer vision and machine learning functions on Linux.
• Integrate and ensure the seamless operation of USB cameras for real-time video processing.
• Develop and refine the game logic and interface using C# to enhance user interaction on touchscreen devices.
• Implement hardware acceleration and performance optimization techniques to ensure system stability and efficiency.
• Create a robust, commercial-grade appliance capable of continuous operation in snooker clubs with minimal maintenance.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Linux environments and software deployment.
• Strong experience with Python and C# programming languages.
• Expertise in ONNX / YOLO model deployment and optimization for real-time applications.
• Familiarity with real-time video processing and integration of USB cameras.
• Ability to work with touchscreen interfaces and enhance user interactions.

Nice to Have

• Experience in hardware acceleration and performance optimization techniques.
• Understanding of embedded systems for deploying applications on specialized hardware.