Qualcomm SLAM Engineer - XR Labs Europe Amsterdam 

Netherlands, North Holland, Amsterdam 

538378530

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

Job Description

Candidates bring a deep understanding of computer vision and machine learning algorithms and technologies that are necessary building blocks of interactive, real-time, and immersive systems, including SLAM, 3D pose tracking, 3D scene understanding, human pose tracking, sensor fusion and mathematical optimization. They also have experience in systems design and implementations for real-time embedded and mobile platforms.

• Be part of a world-class XR team researching and developing mobile Augmented and Virtual Reality enabling technology

• Development of efficient and accurate computer vision and machine learning solutions for XR perception tasks

• Understand and analyze requirements for perception systems for XR platforms

• Collaborate across functional boundaries in defining architecture, APIs, design and schedule

• See your design in action on industry-leading chips embedded in the next generation of AR and VR devices, smartphones, and robotics

Additional Job Description

Must have experience

• Strong understanding of 3D computer vision methods and mathematics, covering SLAM and the following areas: tracking and registration, calibration, 3D reconstruction and scene understanding, pose estimation, sensor fusion, linear algebra, and nonlinear optimization.

• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and deep networks used in these areas.

• Experience with Augmented/Virtual Reality devices and applications

• Solid experience in modern C++ Experience using machine learning toolboxes (e.g. PyTorch or TensorFlow)

• Fluency in Python

Preferred experience

• Experience in software development, incl. testing and debugging on XR devices, mobile platforms or other embedded systems

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines

Required education

Master with 3 years of industry experience or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a team of world-class engineers and researchers on cutting-edge AR/VR products, with learning opportunities on various aspects.

• Competitive salary and total compensation package

• Generous relocation package.

• Working in a modern office, located on the science park, the lively campus of the University of Amsterdam.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.

• 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• 2+ years of experience with Database Management Software.

• 2+ years of experience with API.

• 1+ year of work experience with Git, Perforce, or Source Code Management System.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Applies Software knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs.

• Analyzes user needs and software requirements to design and customize software for optimal operational efficiency.

• Designs and implements software modules for products and systems.

• Participates in the design, coding for large features, unit testing, significant debugging fixes, and integration efforts to ensure projects are completed to specifications and schedules.

• Performs code reviews and regression tests as well as triages and fixes issues to ensure the quality of code.

• Collaborates with others inside project team to accomplish project objectives.

• Writes technical documentation for Software projects.

Level of Responsibility:

• Works under supervision.

• Decision-making may affect work beyond immediate work group.

• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc.

• Tasks do not have defined steps; planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.