Software Development Engineer

Rivet Industries, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in California is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to focus on testing and calibrating AR/VR display systems. The ideal candidate will contribute to comprehensive test protocols and validation of advanced immersive devices. Qualified applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with several years of experience in optical systems and AR/VR technologies. This role promises to impact frontline capabilities in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in testing and calibration of optical or display systems.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with AR/VR devices or immersive display technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute comprehensive test protocols for AR/VR headsets.
• Perform advanced display calibration using measurement tools.
• Validate stereo camera systems for accurate depth perception.

Skills

Display calibration using professional equipment

Understanding of lens optics

Experience with camera intrinsic/extrinsic calibration

Proficiency with measurement tools

Competency in Python, MATLAB, or C++

Experience with high-speed measurement systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Colorimeters

Spectroradiometers

High-speed cameras

Job description

About Rivet

Rivet is an American company building integrated task systems — fusing hardened hardware with software, sensors, AI, and networking — for industrial workforces and defense personnel. We create capabilities that multiply the effectiveness of every individual and withstand the world’s toughest environments.

We serve the people who build, operate, maintain, and defend our way of life. From technicians and engineers to first responders and service members, they embody the hard work, ingenuity, and meritocratic values that drive Western prosperity. Yet too often they are forced to rely on outdated tools that fail under modern pressures. Rivet exists to reset that priority.

At Rivet, you’ll join a mission-driven team that fuses disciplines to deliver decisive outcomes where they matter most. Whether shaping our technology, strengthening our partnerships, or building our culture, every role here contributes to equipping the front lines with the modern systems they deserve.

Who Thrives Here

• People with a deep disdain for bureaucracy, empire building, groupthink, dogma, corporate babble, and wasted time
• Teammates who want to work exclusively alongside others at the top of their field
• Experienced, no-nonsense professionals who are execution-focused and deliver high-quality solutions above all else

Role Description

• We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our AR/VR development team. This role focuses on ensuring the precision and quality of immersive display systems through comprehensive testing, calibration, and validation of AR/VR devices. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in optical systems, display technologies, and measurement methodologies.

Role Objectives

• Design and execute comprehensive test protocols for AR/VR headsets and immersive devices
• Perform advanced display calibration using colorimeters, spectroradiometers, and photometers
• Validate stereo camera systems for accurate depth perception
• Implement motion-to-photon latency measurement systems using high-speed cameras and sensors
• Create detailed test procedures, calibration protocols, and validation reports

Role Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in testing and calibration of optical or display systems
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with AR/VR devices or immersive display technologies

Technical Skills (at least one)

• Display Technologies: Proven experience with display calibration using professional equipment (colorimeters, spectroradiometers)
• Optical Systems: Understanding of lens optics, aberrations, and optical alignment principles
• Camera Calibration: Experience with camera intrinsic/extrinsic calibration, stereo vision systems
• Measurement Systems: Proficiency with precision measurement tools and metrology equipment
• Programming: Competency in Python, MATLAB, or C++ for test automation and data analysis
• Latency Testing: Experience with high-speed measurement systems and timing analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Optical Engineering or related field
• Experience with commercial AR/VR products (Meta Quest, HoloLens, Magic Leap, etc.)
• Knowledge of international standards (ISO, IEC, CIE) for display and optical testing
• Experience with real‑time graphics and rendering pipelines
• Background in human factors engineering or ergonomics
• Certification in metrology or calibration management