Senior Research Engineer – 3D Graphics Compression

Sony Group Corporation

Actively hiring
San Jose, CA Posted 11 days ago $150,000$160,000 / year

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Sony Corporation of America's U.S. Research Center in San Jose is hiring a Senior Research Engineer to drive innovation in 3D image processing and compression, focusing on structure from motion, point clouds, meshes, and novel representations like NeRF and Gaussian splats. The role involves designing, validating, and optimizing algorithms for product integration, ensuring technical relevance through evaluations of emerging technologies, and delivering robust implementations across various platforms. Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields, with expertise in multi-view imaging, 3D image processing, and computer graphics. Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python, along with familiarity with machine learning libraries like TensorFlow and PyTorch, are essential. The position requires excellent communication and collaboration abilities within a Linux-based development environment.

Skills

Python C/C++ TensorFlow PyTorch Linux 3D_image_processing Computer_graphics Point_clouds Meshes Gaussian_splats Multi_view_imaging CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Evaluate current and emerging 3D compression technologies for technical relevance.
  • Design and validate new 3D imaging concepts through product integration and market release.
  • Define test procedures and evaluation methodologies to ensure consistent results.
  • Optimize algorithm performance across various platforms to meet performance targets.
  • Write code that improves or extends existing solutions, enhancing software applications.
  • Diagnose, debug, and resolve complex application issues to restore reliability.
  • Draft professional articles for technical journals to disseminate research findings.

What we're looking for

  • PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; or MS with 3+ years of relevant experience.
  • Expertise in multi-view imaging, 3D image processing, and computer graphics demonstrated through publications or patents.
  • Research background in point cloud, mesh reconstruction, and compression techniques.
  • Proficient in C/C++ and Python for production-quality code and performance optimization.
  • Experience with machine learning libraries like TensorFlow and PyTorch for experimentation and integration.
  • Strong communication skills including technical writing and cross-functional collaboration.

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Sony Group Corporation is a Tokyo-based multinational conglomerate and a leading global entertainment and technology company.

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