3D Vision Researcher — Open Source AI & 3D Reconstruction

Kitware; Maryland City (MD); Remote; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks paid time off

Flexible working hours

Competitive compensation

Employee bonus plan

401(k)

Health and life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Free coffee, drinks, and snacks

Job summary

Kitware, a research and development software company, seeks a researcher to advance algorithms for photogrammetry, camera calibration, and 3D reconstruction from images and video, with aerial and satellite imagery as a focus. The role emphasizes open-source contributions to TeleSculptor, KWIVER, and Danesfield and collaboration with national and international partners.

You will publish in top venues, pursue funding for new research, and have opportunities to engage with customers, participate in

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience using multiview geometry to develop algorithms for building 3D point clouds, meshes, Gaussian Splats, or NeRFs from imagery or video.
• Experience with AI/ML methods for 3D reconstruction or camera calibration.
• Experience with good software development practices and proficiency in C++ and/or Python.
• A strong publication record in top-tier research publications and conferences such as CVPR, ICCV, and ECCV.
• A highly innovative approach and a demonstrated record of solving difficult technical challenges using imagery.
• Experience collaborating successfully with others and thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Due to contractual restrictions, only US Citizens will be considered for this position.
• If not already cleared TS/SCI, willingness and ability to apply for and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Candidates should include a detailed list of publications as part of their resume or CV.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and develop solutions involving camera calibration, registration, and 3D reconstruction from images.
• Contribute to open source software such as TeleSculptor, KWIVER, and Danesfield.
• Collaborate with other researchers to develop ideas and peer-review work.
• Prepare and present research findings to customers and collaborators.
• Receive support and encouragement to participate in national and international conferences such as CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, WACV, and 3DV.
• Seek funding to grow and develop your own research areas, if desired.

Skills

Multiview geometry

3D reconstruction

AI/ML methods

C++

Python

Publication record

Team collaboration

US Citizenship

Security clearance readiness

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

TeleSculptor

KWIVER

Danesfield

Job description

Kitware, a research and development software company, seeks a researcher to advance algorithms for photogrammetry, camera calibration, and 3D reconstruction from images and video, with aerial and satellite imagery as a focus. The role emphasizes open-source contributions to TeleSculptor, KWIVER, and Danesfield and collaboration with national and international partners.

You will publish in top venues, pursue funding for new research, and have opportunities to engage with customers, participate in