Research Scientist - Computational Mathematics, Physics, & Controls

Facebook; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a computational mathematics/physics scientist to join their Reality Labs Research team. In this pivotal role, you will develop large-scale software libraries for physics simulations, driving advancements in robotics and embodied AI. Collaborating with a diverse team, you'll design and optimize simulation tools that enhance the controls for embodied agents. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and technology in virtual and augmented reality, making a significant impact in the field. If you're passionate about computational mathematics and physics, this is your chance to be part of something groundbreaking.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in large scale computational mathematics/physics software.
• Expertise in developing high performance computing solutions in C++.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex software system integration and development.
• Implement algorithms for numerical linear algebra and optimization.

Skills

Numerical Linear Algebra

Physics Simulations

C++

Parallel Computing

Dynamic Programming

Controls Theory

Differentiable Physics

Education

Ph.D. in Computational Mathematics

Ph.D. in Computer Science

Ph.D. in Computational Mechanics

Job description

Summary:

At Reality Labs Research (RL-R), our goal is to explore, innovate and design novel interfaces and hardware subsystems for the next generation of virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences. We are seeking a computational mathematics/physics scientist to join our team within Meta's Reality Lab Research. As a member of our research group, you will play a crucial role in developing a large-scale software library for physics simulations that will drive innovation in robotics and embodied AI applications. You will leverage your knowledge in computational mathematics and physics simulations to design, develop, and optimize simulation tools that will enable the development of controls for embodied agents in the physical world. You'll work closely with a team of researchers and engineers with a broad range of experiences, perspectives, approaches, and backgrounds to develop state-of-the-art simulators and is expected to operate across low-level high-performance software development as well as high level architectural design.

Required Skills:

Research Scientist - Computational Mathematics, Physics, & Controls Responsibilities:

1. Lead complex software system integration and development.
2. Implement state-of-the-art algorithms for numerical linear algebra, PDEs, optimization/dynamic programming/RL.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements.
4. Develop and maintain high-quality, efficient, and scalable code.
5. Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of best practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. in Computational Mathematics, Computational Mechanics, Computer Science, or relevant degree and 5+ years experience in large scale computational mathematics/physics software or relevant experience.
2. 5+ years experience with developing high performance computing solutions in C++.
3. 5+ years experience with parallel computing on CPU and GPUs.
4. 5+ years experience with developing physics simulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with state-of-the-art simulation libraries.
2. Experience with controls theory and training embodied agents in physical interactions.
3. Experience with differentiable physics/PDE constrained optimization.
4. Experience with dimensionality reduction and reduced order modeling.

Public Compensation:

$177,000/year to $251,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry: Internet

Equal Opportunity:

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].