Why join Polycam?
Polycam's mission is straightforward: Democratize 3D capture and make it universally useful. We want to empower creators, builders, and businesses with access to the most advanced 3D capture technologies, wrapped up in a thoughtful system that makes them effortless, easy-to-use and deeply helpful to their work. By allowing people to transform their real world into high-fidelity 3D models using their everyday devices, Polycam is bringing a whole new generation of builders into the world of 3D. We believe the future of 3D creation is more than a niche skill; it's a universal language.
Polycam is a company that’s aware of its place in the history of imaging and photography. Our central goal is to deliver incredible 3D imaging capabilities to as wide of an audience as we can and watch what their creativity and excitement can do. To do that, we’re focused on making 3D capture seamless, affordable, and collaborative. We believe that people will do incredible things when handed wonderful technology, and we strive to get Polycam into as many hands as possible.
If you’re passionate about creativity, innovation, and making a significant impact, Polycam is the place for you!
What You'll Do:
Polycam is hiring a Senior Computer Vision Engineer to help improve our mobile 3D capture pipeline. You will be working with a small team of other senior CV engineers with decades of experience working on 3D reconstruction, to help solve some of the hardest problems in 3D computer vision. You can check out some details on our current pipelines for scanning large spaces and generating floor plans. The focus of the CV team is to develop and productionize technology which makes 3D reconstruction as accurate, accessible and useful as possible. We are looking for someone who is excited about building great tools that empower creators and professionals.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience working in 3D reconstruction, with deep experience in at least one part of the stack (SfM, depth estimation, mesh reconstruction, texturing)
- Experience designing, training and testing out AI models
- Knowledge of machine learning model architectural elements (Diffusion, vision transformers, encoders, etc.)
- Strong math, geometry and linear algebra fundamentals
- Numerical optimization
- Strong C++, Python, and PyTorch coding skills and engineering best practices
Bonus Skills:
- Experience working with NeRFs or Gaussian Splatting
Experience deploying algorithms to run on resource constrained devices like mobile phones
Infrastructure experience (JavaScript, TypeScript, SQL, databases, batch jobs, server integration, spot instances, etc.)
Experience using Swift or React Native
Masters or PhD in computer vision, computer science, math, physics or related subject
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $175,000 - $255,000. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary- therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits and equity.
At Polycam, we're committed to the health and well-being of our team! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance to support your health and peace of mind. Maximize your benefits with both Health and Dependent Care FSAs for added tax savings. While we currently don’t offer a company match, we do provide a 401(k) plan through Guideline to help you plan for a secure and bright future.
We also offer a flexible PTO policy so you can maintain a healthy work-life balance, and one Monday each quarter, the whole company takes the day off to recharge. Enjoy flex-time working hours to fit your schedule and 12 weeks of parental leave to support you during life's important moments.
We’re invested in your growth—enjoy $1,500 annually to spend on certifications, courses, training, and more! Plus, we keep things engaging with in-person team-specific meetups, conferences, and biannual field trips to unique sites across the nation. Join us and thrive with Polycam!
Disclaimer:This job description is just the starting point! It’s not an exhaustive list of every task, duty, or responsibility you'll handle. Things change, and so might your role. We’ll keep you on your toes with new challenges and opportunities.
Physical Requirements:This role involves extended periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Polycam, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Polycam is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know—we’re here to support you.
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