Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

San Mateo, CA

Role Overview

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC seeks a Senior Software Engineer in San Mateo, CA to lead rapid prototyping of proof-of-concept (PoC) research initiatives in computer graphics, computer vision, and machine learning to evaluate feasibility of emerging algorithms for production deployment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent and three (3) years of experience working on R&D of human modeling and simulation systems for hardware design and machine learning (ML) algorithm optimization; performing camera and image sensor simulations to enable computer vision (CV) and ML applications; applying CV AI and ML techniques, including object detection, tracking, and recognition to address internal downstream tasks, including face related tracking for VR/AR headset hardware; utilizing modern computer graphics pipelines and frameworks, including OpenGL, Vulkan and DirectX to contribute to data generation projects; employing computer graphics simulation technologies focused on human modeling, including hair, muscle, and skin deformation to simulate/generate hyper realistic assets; utilizing 3D animation tools and middleware game engines, including Maya, Blender, Unreal Engine and Unity to develop 3D CCD content for assets generation; using machine learning frameworks, including TensorFlow and PyTorch for system design and data processing; and applying AR/VR development techniques to create immersive graphics experiences.
• Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies.

Benefits

Base pay range: $193,300 – $289,900 per year.

Other benefits include medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program, and employee discounts for Sony products. This role may also be eligible for a bonus package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.