3D Vision Researcher - Open Source AI & Imaging

Kitware; Alabama; Remote; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks PTO

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 is seeking a PhD-level researcher to advance 3D vision research, developing algorithms for camera calibration, registration, and 3D reconstruction from images and video.

You will contribute to open source projects like TeleSculptor, KWIVER, and Danesfield, publish at top conferences, collaborate with national and international teams, and pursue funding for your ideas.

US citizens only due to contractual restrictions; TS/SCI eligibility encouraged; relocation support available.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or 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

• 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

C++

Python

Multiview geometry

3D reconstruction

AI/ML

Education

PhD in CS

Job description

Kitware is seeking a PhD-level researcher to advance 3D vision research, developing algorithms for camera calibration, registration, and 3D reconstruction from images and video.

You will contribute to open source projects like TeleSculptor, KWIVER, and Danesfield, publish at top conferences, collaborate with national and international teams, and pursue funding for your ideas.

US citizens only due to contractual restrictions; TS/SCI eligibility encouraged; relocation support available.