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Research Scientist, Color Perception & Imaging Technology

DigitalFish, Inc, San Francisco, CA, USA

Pay: $110,000-$150,000/yr

Job type: Full Time


Our mission at DigitalFish is to help our customers derive transformative value across their organizations by building next-generation technologies that define the future of digital-media creation and consumption for millions of users.

We have partnered with leading digital media companies, and are at the center of their efforts to build a new generation of platforms and experiences. Current and past customers include Apple, Google, Meta, Disney, DreamWorks, Activision, Technicolor, ESPN, LEGO, NASA and many others.

The Role
As part of a small and dynamic team, you will advance imaging technology for camera capture and display systems used in wearable MR/AR devices, enabling and enhancing the augmented reality experiences possible on the device. Projects will include camera color processing, camera and display characterization, and studies of device performance and effectiveness.

What You’ll Do

Develop perceptual features for immersive MR/AR experiences by modeling human perception

Establish camera and display image quality metrics for MR/AR benchmarking

Create a platform for objective and subjective psychophysical studies to evaluate virtual object rendering in MR/AR applications

Research and develop computer vision and machine learning algorithms for light estimation and virtual object rendering

Who You Are

MS/PhD degree in Computer Science, Imaging Science, Image Processing, Computer Vision, or related fields

Strong background in color science and imaging science

Proficient in programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, C#, and C++

Strong background in user experience, machine learning, computer vision, VR & AR

Knowledgeable in data analysis and signal processing

Strong communication skills for working with cross‑functional teams

Strong understanding of image processing, HDR imaging, image segmentation, depth estimation, human color perception, AR/VR rendering

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Compensation & Benefits

The annual compensation includes equity (per qualifications)

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 to $150,000 plus equity (per qualifications)

The base pay offered will take into account internal parity, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Health Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Discounts on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, Broadway and Vegas shows, shopping partners & more

Flexible working environment and more!

DigitalFish is an equal opportunities employer ensuring that all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process. We are determined to ensure that no applicant experiences discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, veteran status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

All applicants must have the right to work in the United States.

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