Research Scientist

Tundra Technical Solutions; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Tundra Technical Solutions seeks a Research Scientist for a contract position with Meta in Sunnyvale. The role involves working on advanced imaging systems for augmented and mixed reality, requiring expert skills in imaging pipelines and color science. Candidates should have a strong educational background and hands-on experience in related technologies.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in camera or display pipelines.
• Proficiency in programming languages including MATLAB, Python, C++, and C.
• Solid background in signal processing and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop perceptual features that enhance MR/AR realism.
• Design and implement real-time display color processing pipelines.
• Research and develop algorithms for ambient light estimation.

Skills

Imaging pipelines

Color science

Real-time rendering

Computer vision

Machine learning

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Imaging Science, Color Science, Vision Science, Cognitive Science

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C++

C

Blender

Unity

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Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $69.00/hr

I am looking for a Research Scientist for a position with Meta (onsite sunnyvale)

This is a 12 month contract.

Description

Imaging System Engineer Meta Reality Labs brings together world-class experts to design and deliver cutting-edge products at the intersection of hardware, software, and content. We are building the future of augmented and mixed reality, and we're looking for an experienced Imaging System Engineer to join our team. We are seeking a creative and technically skilled Imaging System Engineer with deep expertise in imaging pipelines, color science, and real-time rendering. This role emphasizes rapid prototyping of new imaging architectures and developing perceptually accurate rendering techniques for immersive MR/AR experiences. You will work on camera capture systems, display pipelines, and perceptual modeling to help shape next-generation MR/AR technologies.

Responsibilities.

• Develop perceptual features that enhance MR/AR realism by modeling human vision and color perception
• Build platforms for objective and subjective evaluation of virtual object rendering using psychophysical methods
• Design and implement real-time display color processing pipelines leveraging GPU, CPU/MCU, or hardware-accelerated resources
• Prototype MR/AR demos using Python, MATLAB, Blender, Unity, and C#
• Research and develop computer vision and machine learning algorithms for ambient light estimation and photorealistic object rendering

Minimum Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Imaging Science, Color Science, Vision Science, Cognitive Science, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in camera or display pipelines for embedded systems, mobile devices, or Android platform
• Proficiency in programming languages including MATLAB, Python, C++, and C
• Solid background in signal processing and data analysi

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of image processing, color perception, human vision, HDR imaging, image segmentation, and AR/MR rendering.
• Familiarity with camera sensors, light sensors, and display hardware systems.
• Experience in 3D computer graphics, physically based rendering, and lighting/shading techniques.
• Proficient with tools such as Blender and Unity for rapid prototying.
• Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

This posting is for a contract assignment with Tundra Technical Solutions to provide services to Meta.

The pay range that Tundra in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $60.00/hour - $69.00/hour.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Media

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