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Sony Electronics · 3 weeks ago

Senior Research Engineer – Computer Graphics, Next Generation AI/ML Animation R&D

Culver City

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$150K/yr - $175K/yr

0+ years exp

Sony Corporation of America is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, and they are seeking a Senior Research Engineer to lead technical efforts in developing AI/ML based animation technologies. The role involves collaborating with creators and researchers to develop algorithms for 3D content creation and managing intellectual property submissions.

Consumer Electronics

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Individual contributor in fundamental theories, principles and algorithm development in the field of AI/ML 3D CG animation and visualization based on scientific survey, analysis, benchmark and validation

Support manager’s new initiatives and strategy. Support, propose and contribute to project plan for new business creation

Document all phases of research and development

Oversee submission of intellectual property

Travel to visit project collaborators overseas

Qualification

AI/ML algorithms3D CG animationUnreal EngineMayaCommunication

Required

PhD in Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering, or related scientific field, is required

Solid publication record in AI/ML based 3D CG animation algorithm research, particularly in the field of facial animation, hair or garment modeling/simulation

0-3 years of industry experience, preferably in 3D Computer Graphics

Excellent communication skills are required

Highly proficient with Unreal Engine (MetaHuman), Maya, or related CG platforms

All candidates must be authorized to work in the USA

Company

Sony Electronics

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WE ARE SONY Our spirit of innovation and challenge has created those special moments that make people say ‘wow’.

Founded in 1946

San Diego - US | Tokyo - JP, US

10001+ employees

http://www.sonyjobs.com

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