Sony

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

Culver City, USA · Staff+

No sponsorship$175k-$200kDetected 25 days ago

AlgorithmsMachine LearningIntellectual PropertyElectrical EngineeringMayaUnreal EngineResearchCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Sony Corporation of America currently has an opening for Staff Research Engineer in our U.S. Research Center located in Culver City, CA.
Finally, you will be responsible for invention disclosures, working with patent attorneys to secure intellectual property.
Actively engage in project's new initiatives and strategy.

Technical Lead 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.
Actively engage in project's new initiatives and strategy. Support, propose and contribute to project plan for new business creation.
Document all phases of research and development.

PhD in Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering, or related scientific field, is required.
4+ years of industry experience, preferably in 3D Computer Graphics.
Excellent communication skills are required.
All candidates must be authorized to work in the USA.
If you have any doubts about the authenticity of a job posting or communication, please contact careers@sonyusa.com before submitting any information.
Solid publication record in AI/ML based 3D CG animation algorithm research, particularly in the field of facial animation, hair or garment modeling/simulation.
Highly proficient with Unreal Engine (MetaHuman), Maya, or related CG platforms.

Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
Fertility benefits, including, surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Short-term & long-term disability plans
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
Education assistance and student loan programs
Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays ( early release ), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year's Day (based on business needs)
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)
In addition to the annual base salary, this role has an annual bonus target of 13%.
This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for.
Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules

We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony's purpose to "fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology. "
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Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of America
Sony 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, People Experience Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010.

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