Computer Vision Engineer

Meta; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 154,003 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta Reality Labs is seeking a computer vision engineer to lead feature-based eye tracking and eye simulation for AR/VR products such as Quest. You will collaborate with teams across image simulation, AI, graphics, ML research and hardware design, reporting to the Computer Vision, ML and SW engineering team.

The role requires a strong background in vision, ML, graphics, and physics-based imaging, with prior mentoring or technical leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• Background in computer vision, image processing, and 2D/3D spatial data analysis
• Experience with computer graphics and physics-based/geometric modeling
• Working knowledge of imaging systems and optics simulation
• Direct background in machine learning, deep learning, neural networks and related data-driven techniques
• Experience mentoring and acting as project technical lead

Responsibilities

• Lead projects on feature-based eye tracking and human eye simulation to power AR/VR eye tracking solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on image simulation, core AI, computer graphics, ML research, and HW design
• Work with the immediate team of Computer Vision, ML and SW Engineers

Skills

Computer vision

Image processing

ML / deep learning

3D geometric modeling

Feature extraction

Physics of imaging systems

Mentoring / project lead

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Graphics techniques

Ray tracing

NERF

Gaussian splatting

Job description

Meta Reality Labs is looking for a computer vision engineer with background in machine learning, classical image analysis, 3D geometric modeling, feature extraction, and physics of imaging systems to lead projects on feature-based eye tracking and human eye simulation to power AR/VR eye tracking solutions in our products including the Quest line. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams on image simulation, core AI, computer graphics, machine vision research, and HW design. The immediate team for this role is composed of Computer Vision, Machine Learning and SW Engineers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Background in computer vision, classical image processing, and 2D/3D spatial data analysis
• Experience with computer graphics, and physics-based/geometric modeling
• Working knowledge of imaging systems and optics simulation
• Direct background in machine learning, deep learning, neural networks and similar data-driven techniques
• Experience mentoring and acting as project technical lead

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with latest graphics techniques such as NERF and Gaussian splatting
• Experience in eye and face simulation and image generation
• Knowledge of eye tracking techniques and models
• Background in AR/VR
• Familiarity with procedural rendering engines, ray tracing, and path tracing

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

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$154,003/year to $217,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.