Research Engineer, On-Device Contextual AI

Oculus VR; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 8,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Research Engineer specializing in On-Device Contextual AI to lead the development of advanced algorithms for smart glasses. This role involves designing and implementing cutting-edge machine perception technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and tackling complex system-level challenges. Join a forward-thinking organization that is redefining social technology and pushing the boundaries of immersive experiences. If you are passionate about machine learning and computer vision, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in an exciting field.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in large scale C++ and Python code base.
• Experience in implementing computer vision algorithms on embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced real-time smart glasses algorithms.
• Collaborate with teams to design and implement prototypes.

Skills

C++

Python

Machine Perception Algorithms

Computer Vision

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

Embedded Systems

DSPs

MCUs

Job description

Research Engineer, On-Device Contextual AI

In this role, you will design and implement advanced real-time smart glasses algorithms on custom embedded computer vision/machine learning processors. You will then make them available to an extensive internal and external user community.

Research Engineer, On-Device Contextual AI Responsibilities

Plan and execute engineering development to advance the state-of-the-art in machine perception research for Contextualized AI

Collaborate closely with researchers, engineers, and product managers across multiple teams at Meta to design, architect and implement prototypes

Debug complex, system-level, multi-component issues that typically span across multiple layers from sensor to application

Lead major initiatives, projects, rollouts and phased releases

Minimum Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences or equivalent practical experience

5+ years experience working in large scale C++ and Python code base

5+ years of experience developing and prototyping machine perception algorithms

Experience in implementing computer vision algorithms for efficient execution on embedded systems

Experience developing, debugging, and shipping software products on large code bases that span platforms and tools

Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience

Demonstrated examples of delivering an end-to-end system rather than a single component

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with low-level programming (DSPs, MCUs, etc) and mobile accelerators

Experience with device to cloud low latency applications

Experience with mobile (Android or iOS)

Experience with cloud edge computing

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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.

$85.10/hour to $251,000/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.

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