Job Description:

• This job is for a research engineer with specialization in computer vision, computer graphics, or 3D reconstruction or a software engineer with deep familiarity with these areas.
• The main function of the engineer is to work on multiple aspects of improving algorithms and systems for photorealistic 3D reconstruction.
• This can involve working on capture devices, establishing data pipelines, quality, and performance benchmarking, and reading, and implementing ideas from academic papers to bring algorithmic and systemic improvements in areas such as neural radiance fields, structure from motion, and computer graphics.

Candidate Value Proposition:

• This team is part of Reality Labs, where the individual will work on technology where the phone captures photorealistic replicas of surrounding environments for VR. The team is close-knit and collaborative. This individual will have the opportunity to work on cool technology and learn from many domain experts. There is great exposure to a wide skill set within the team, where the ideal candidate will be able to work with iOS engineers, research scientists, and creative directors!

Role Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Analyze and improve efficiency and performance of algorithms.
• Design new algorithms, or adaptations to existing algorithms.
• Ability to understand and work with complex systems with multiple algorithmic components.
• Strong engineering craft including writing well-organized code, testing and benchmarking, documentation, and building on top of existing code or building new solutions from scratch as needed.
• Ability to complete medium to large computer vision features spanning multiple tasks independently with minimal guidance.
• Ability to get things done effectively through close collaboration with other engineers and researchers on the team and partner teams.

Performance Measurement:

• Performance will be measured on meeting goals and feedback from the team.

Must-Have Skills:

• Proficient in Python/PyTorch, C (CUDA is a plus).
• Knowledgeable in computer vision and image processing.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Familiarity with 3D reconstruction concepts like Structure from Motion, SLAM, Calibration, Pose Estimation, Neural Rendering is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with graphics systems including rendering and performance optimization is a strong plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum: Bachelor s degree in computer science or adjacent fields required.
• Preferred: Specialization in computer vision, computer graphics, or adjacent fields.