Staff Research Engineer

Company: Sony Mobile Communications
Location: San Jose
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Sony Corporation of America, located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Sony's principal U.S. businesses include Sony Electronics Inc., Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth. To learn more: .Sony Corporation of America currently has an opening for a Staff Research Engineer in our U.S. R&D center located in San Jose, CA. This position is responsible for research and development in the areas of computer vision and computer graphics with emphasis on innovation for advancing state-of-the-art technology for developing complex algorithms for reconstruction, modeling, animation, and visualization of human faces in 3D and 4D. - Focus includes development of novel computer vision and computer graphics algorithms with the goal of providing cost-effective and high visual quality solutions for Sony products and production pipelines.As a Staff Research Engineer, you will also be responsible for writing invention disclosures for developed algorithms, and working with patent attorneys to secure intellectual property.Required Qualifications:PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related fieldStrong research background and demonstrated record of innovation in the area of computer vision, computer graphics, machine learning, image/video processing, or related areas.Four years of related experienceExcellent analytical and mathematical skillsGood familiarity with C++Good familiarity with Python or MATLAB programming languagesAbility to work independently and/or in a team environmentStrong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skillsAbility to travel domestically and internationally on occasionPreferred Qualifications:Familiarity with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or CaffeFamiliarity with Maya, Unity, or related software platformsKnowledge and experience in high-quality 3D modeling and optimization techniques#LI-AS1Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of AmericaSony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at careers@sonyusa.com or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for.EEO is the LawEEO is the Law SupplementRight to Work (English/Spanish)E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)As part of our commitment to health and safety, this position requires that the job candidate be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. - Please note that an applicant will be considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose vaccine series (Pfizer or Moderna), or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine). - The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. - Please do not include proof of vaccine status or any indication of a possible request for an accommodation when submitting your application materials. - If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations.SummaryLocation: San JoseType: Full time

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