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Research Scientist-Neural Rendering

Pixomondo

Remote / Virtual 01-30-2024
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
Job Description
Research Scientist-Neural Rendering (Gaussian Splatting)

About the Role

Pixomondo is seeking a dedicated Research Scientist to lead innovative projects in neural rendering - Gaussian Splatting. This role focuses on groundbreaking theoretical research and experimentation in this field, aiming to advance Pixomondo's capabilities in visual effects and virtual production.

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct cutting-edge research in neural rendering - Gaussian Splatting and publish findings.
• Translate theoretical research into practical algorithms in collaboration with development teams.
• Identify emerging trends and opportunities in neural rendering for VFX/VP innovation.
• Collaborate with Computer Vision Engineers to ensure practical applicability of research outcomes in production.

Qualifications
• Significant research experience in NeRF, Gaussian Splatting, or related fields.
• Strong foundational knowledge of Machine Learning and 3D graphics.
• Proficiency in Python and PyTorch. CUDA expertise is a plus.
Experience in traditional 3D reconstruction methods is beneficial.
• Solid background in 3D graphics preferred.
• Computer Vision Engineer - Structure from Motion & 3D Reconstruction

About Pixomondo

PXO creates industry-leading Virtual Production and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content. With over 20 industry awards and nominations, PXO, a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, is a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide.
The company has been creating iconic work since 2001, from Martin Scorsese's Academy Award winning Hugo and HBO's Emmy winning Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, through to Amazon's The Boys, Marvel's Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and many more.

In Virtual Production, PXO helps clients to realize their creative vision, from production through to post-production. Using interactive technology and proprietary software and solutions, PXO brings ideas to life by virtually immersing filmmakers in the worlds they imagined, throughout every stage of the creative process.

The company's latest LED volume work includes House of the Dragon, Star Trek: Discovery and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and Netflix's upcoming Avatar: The Last Airbender.
PXO has seven studios and three LED volumes in the US, UK, Germany and Canada.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxj2z1-3-145-177-28-42 in your application.

Company Profile
Pixomondo

Pixomondo (PXO) is an award-winning, solutions-oriented visual effects company that solves creative challenges for its clients and partners, crafting high-level visual effects for feature films, television series and commercials productions. For its work, PXO has won four Emmy Awards, an Academy Award and numerous other industry awards.