Research Scientist Graduate (3D/4D Generation) - 2026 Start (PHD)

ByteDance; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 317,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellbeing benefits

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Paid personal time

Job summary

ByteDance seeks PhD graduates to join the PICO MR team, developing core environmental perception algorithms for the PICO system and focusing on visual localization, scene perception, and 3D reconstruction.

The role involves researching, exploring, and deploying technologies like multimodal scene perception and depth estimation, with onboarding by end of 2026. Base pay reflects an open, competitive salary with growth potential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Excellent Python/C/C++ programming; proficient in deep learning frameworks.
• Strong background in AIGC/3D vision; project experience in AIGC generation.
• Knowledge of latest video/image generation; preferred HD/video and 3D synthesis experience.
• Experience with NeRF/3D rendering models; 4DGS familiarity preferred.
• Publications in CV/graphics/ML conferences/journals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in R&D of video generation and 3D algorithms, and promote deployment in MR scenarios.
• Improve efficiency of generative models: performance limits, faster inference, cost reductions, higher resolution.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Deep learning

AIGC/3D vision

Education

PhD in CS / Software Engineering / related field

Tools

NeRF rendering

3DGS rendering

Job description

Responsibilities

The PICO MR team is dedicated to developing core environmental perception algorithms for the PICO system.

The team focuses on three main areas: visual localization, scene perception, and 3D reconstruction. Its work in MR scenarios includes research, exploration, and deployment of technologies such as multimodal scene perception (MLLMs), AIGC scene generation, depth estimation (Mono/Stereo/MVS), 3D environmental perception, 3D scene reconstruction (3DGS, NeRF, etc.), visual localization, and lighting estimation.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Launch your career where inspiration is infinite at ByteDance.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by end of year 2026.

• Participate in R&D of video generation and 3D algorithms, and promote their deployment in MR application scenarios.
• Improve the efficiency of generative models (e.g., enhance performance upper limits, accelerate inference speed, reduce costs, increase resolution).

Minimum Qualifications

• Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a PhD degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Excellent programming skills; proficient in Python/C/C++ and common deep learning frameworks.
• Solid algorithm foundation in AIGC/3D vision; project experience in AIGC generation.
• Thorough understanding of latest advances in video/image generation. Preferred experience in any of: Video generation (Long video/HD video), Video editing (Inpainting/Outpainting)/enhancement (Super-resolution/Restoration), 3D/4D novel view synthesis, Video depth estimation.
• Proficiency in 3D representation/rendering models (NeRF, 3DGS); preference for familiarity with 4DGS solutions.
• Preference for publications in accredited conferences/journals (computer vision/graphics/machine learning).

Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $162000 - $316800 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates

• Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues.
• Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems.
• Exercising sound judgment.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

Reasonable Accommodation

ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request.