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Sony Corporation of America currently has an opening for Sr. Research Scientist in our R&D center US Laboratory located in San Jose (San Mateo site), CA. This position is responsible for research and development in the areas of computer graphics, animation, and character control with the latest AI & Machine Learning technologies for Sony’s future products and services.
Job Responsibilities
- Research, develop and evaluate state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms for the next generation AI/ML based Computer Graphics and 3D Animation.
- Apply software engineering skills to identify challenges and future directions for our research.
- Learn, collaborate and network alongside world-class researchers and creators; present your findings and contribute to the industry-leading entertainment technology community.
- Author papers and write invention disclosures for developed algorithms and systems.
- Establish and participate in academic collaborations.
Qualifications For Position
Your qualifications and experience should include:- Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or M.S. with research experience equivalent to Ph.D.
- Excellent fundamental research background and demonstrated record of innovation in the theory of AI, Machine Learning, Computer Graphics, or related areas.
- Excellent knowledge and experience in 3D Animation, Character Control with Game Engine.
- Excellent knowledge and experience in Deep Learning fundamentals and Reinforcement Learning.
- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.
- Strong professional software development experience.
- Strong familiarity with game development workflow.
- Strong familiarity with neural network training, finetuning workflow.
- Strong familiarity with modern Python and C++.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally on occasion.
Preferred qualifications:
- Knowledge and experiences in physics-based character control.
- Knowledge and experiences in generative models (NeRF, Diffusion Model).
- Knowledge and experience in machine learning based robot control.
- Knowledge and experience in motion and skill learning.
- Familiarity with Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, Maya, or related software platforms.
In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 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.”
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- 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.
- Paid parental and caregiver leave.
- 401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match which vests immediately.
- Education assistance and student loan programs.
Other 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).
- Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility).
- Matching gift program.
- A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs).
- Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees.
- Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions).
- Annual incentive bonus.
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $140,000 to 170,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
Sony 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 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, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for.
While SCA does not require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, there are certain Sony offices that require employees to be vaccinated in order to enter. If you will be located at or travel to those offices, you will be required to be fully vaccinated to enter. 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 vaccination status or any indication of a possible request for a vaccination 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.
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