Wearable Sensing Research Scientist
Redmond, WA
- Conduct Cutting-Edge Research: Design, develop, and evaluate novel sensor technologies and techniques to enhance user interaction and manipulation within virtual and augmented reality environments.
- Design Prototype and Experiment: Create experimental setups, develop prototypes, and conduct rigorous testing to validate sensor concepts and ideas.
- Perform Data Analysis: Analyze data collected from experiments and user testing to gain insights and drive improvements in sensor interaction techniques.
- Model and Fuse Sensor Signals: Design, develop, implement, and test sensor fusion and ML algorithms to unlock the capabilities of novel AR/VR interaction devices.
- Drive Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and researchers to integrate sensor technologies into immersive experiences.
- Push State-of-the-art: Push the envelope in sensor technologies, human-computer interaction, and AR/VR to inform and contribute to our research projects.
- Write Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of research findings, methodologies, and experiment results.
- PhD degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Human-Robot Interaction or a related field.
- 3+ years' experience in wearable sensor technologies (e.g. capacitive, inertial, optical, EMG), signal processing, machine learning, or related areas.
- 3+ years' experience with sensor prototyping, ME/EE design, experimental design and data analysis.
- Experience with state estimation e.g. Kalman Filters.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or MATLAB.
- Problem-solving skills and an analytical mindset demonstrated in past working experiences.
- Effective communication skills.
- Experience working collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.
- Willingness to explore new tech & applications in immersive environments.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience in wearable sensors or systems
- Experience with haptic rendering techniques
- Familiarity with psychophysics and running user studies
- Familiarity with novel AR/VR specific human-computer-interaction paradigms
- Previous publications or contributions to the field of sensor signal modeling or human-computer interaction
Individual pay is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base salary, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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