Senior/Staff Machine Learning Engineer, 3D Simulation at Zoox

Join the cutting-edge 3D Simulation group at Zoox as a Machine Learning Engineer and contribute to the latest advancements in 3D vision. Our focus is to enhance the diversity and realism of simulations, bringing them closer to reality. Leverage world-class sensor data and unparalleled infrastructure to test and validate your algorithms. Our team is dedicated to generating rich and varied 3D environments, including human figures and environmental conditions, and you can play a pivotal role in these projects.

Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Research, implement, and optimize state-of-the-art machine learning approaches to enhance simulation variation and fidelity.
• Collaborate with ML Researchers, Technical Artists, and Simulation Engineers to integrate new ML techniques into our production simulator.
• Build scalable, user-friendly cloud pipelines for machine learning solutions in 3D simulation.
• Enhance rendering and tooling to generate realistic data at scale.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in programming and algorithm design.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Experience with modern 3D vision techniques such as CNNs, Diffusion, and NeRF.
• Evidence of contributions to human-centric 3D vision, reconstruction, or style transfer.
• Strong mathematical skills and understanding of probabilistic techniques.

Bonus Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
• Publications in reputable journals or conferences (CVPR, ICCV, RSS, ICRA preferred).
• Experience with generative models for 3D content.
• Proficiency in automating 3D content pipelines using applications like Houdini, Maya, or Blender.
• Experience with distributed systems and cloud computing platforms.
• Expertise in 3D rendering for simulation, games, or VFX.

Compensation and Benefits

The total compensation package includes:

• Salary ranging from $200,000 to $300,000, subject to geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights.
• Sign-on bonus (as applicable).
• A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

About Zoox

Zoox is pioneering the development of the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the necessary ecosystem to bring this technology to market. Situated at the nexus of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to revolutionize urban mobility with next-generation mobility-as-a-service. We are seeking top talent who share our passion and are eager to join a dynamic, execution-focused team.

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Note: You do not need to meet every qualification listed to apply for this position. At Zoox, we value diverse perspectives which foster the innovation necessary for our success. We are committed to building a team reflecting a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.