An Image Retrieval Developer designs and develops algorithms and systems to retrieve relevant images from vast databases based on specific queries. They incorporate techniques from machine learning, computer vision, and information retrieval, to create effective image search engines. Their work involves processing and understanding visual data, developing image feature extraction methods, and creating similarity measurement techniques. They also work on improving the efficiency and accuracy of image retrieval systems, and often collaborate with machine learning engineers and data scientists. They must stay updated on advancements in AI and machine learning to enhance image retrieval systems.