REMOTE Job Opportunity - Computer Graphics Engineer

Job Title: Computer Graphics Engineer
Location: Remote - US
Duration: 6+ months contract, with possibility of extension
 
Summary:
We are looking for a computer graphics engineer to work with the team on developing synthetic data to train and validate 3D Machine Learning features in Quest and Wearable products.
A successful engineer will have deep development experience in C++ / Python, as well as with 3D packages such as Blender, particularly in the domain of scene generation (both exterior and interiors).
An extra plus would also be experience or interest in ML based rendering techniques.
 
Job Responsibilities:

• Work with engineers and technical artists to build and render procedural / ML techniques for creating indoor and outdoor scenes
• Contribute to scaled rendering pipelines generating millions of image frames
• Partner with Computer Vision / Machine Learning teams on dataset creation including requirements and deliveries.
• Build scaled workflows encompassing an entire render pipeline from sensor simulation and scene generation to rendering and ground truth creation (creating semantic segmentation, depth, normals, etc)
• Study state-of-the-art algorithms in the field of camera-based signal processing
• Assess and recommend emerging technologies through close partnership with external, industry leading suppliers
• Analyze and improve efficiency of algorithms

 
Must have Skills:

• Python, SQL,  C++
• Familiarity 3d blender tools, procedural scene generation tool, computer graphics experience (raytracing)
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

 
Nice to Have Skills:

• Knowledge in 3D computer vision / machine learning
• Gaming/Film Experience
• Experience or interest in ML based rendering techniques
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

 
Preferred:

• Knowledge in 3D computer vision / machine learning

 
Education/Experience:

• Master degree in software engineering / computer science / computer graphics

 
Types of Interviews - Technical + coding
 
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.