Computer Vision Engineer, Calibration

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.

Snap Lab is home to our hardware products with a world-class research & development team. We are focused on pushing the boundaries of what a camera can be, specifically overlaying computing on the real world. Next Generation Spectacles are our first pair of glasses that bring augmented reality to life. 

We're looking for a Computer Vision Engineer to join the Snap Lab team!

You will support our Spectacles calibration team and work on automated calibration routines for the cameras, IMUs and displays built into our devices. Scalability and high throughput of those routines will be a main area of focus. You will work closely with engineers across various disciplines from mechanical engineering to factory line staff to achieve this goal. The ideal candidate has worked on sensor calibration before and has practical experience with mechanical constructions and electronic devices.

Working from our Vienna office, you’ll develop groundbreaking technology together with colleagues from our locations in Santa Monica (HQ) and London. You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, and designers and will develop algorithms and test stations to create exciting products and breakthrough interactive experiences. You will have the opportunity to travel to our calibration setups and peers around the globe.
What you’ll do:

• Develop, setup and test efficient calibration routines for Spectacles

• Scale up and optimize computer vision based calibration routines for high throughput

• Use robots and actuators for calibration automation

• Work together with mechanical engineers on fixture and test station designs

• Conduct, analyze, automate and formalize test result monitoring

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with C++ and Python

• Solid foundation in Computer Vision such as camera models, multi-view geometry and transformations

• Solid Math background with understanding of 3D geometry, trigonometry and linear algebra

• Basic skills to work with mechanical and robotic installations
   

Minimum Qualifications:

• BSc in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. computer science, mechatronics, mathematics, robotics, ...)

• Track record of successful projects showing computer vision skills

• 3+ years of programming experience in C, C++ or Python

• Experience with geometric camera calibration

• Attention to detail, strong desire for quality and good communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters, PhD, or industrial experience in a relevant engineering discipline

• 3+ years of professional work experience as an engineer

• Experience with production of electronic devices on a factory line

• Experience with robotic installations

• Experience with mechanical engineering 

• Experience with SLAM, point cloud processing or visual tracking systems

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.

"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. 

At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.

Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!