Staff Engineer – Perception System Validation (XR Technologies)
Core
Own and drive validation of perception systems (SLAM, visual/visual-inertial/multi-sensor) for AR/VR/MR user experiences, defining KPIs and performing deep failure analysis.
Role type
Staff Engineer, Perception System Validation
Builds
Scalable test automation for XR perception algorithms
Domain
XR (AR/VR/MR), Computer Vision, Robotics
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Python, SLAM algorithms, sensor calibration, mathematical fundamentals (linear algebra, geometry, probability, optimization), log analysis, statistical analysis
Preferred skills
GTSAM, Ceres, OpenCV, ROS, ground-truth systems (motion capture, GNSS, fiducials), system-level validation strategy
Technologies
Python, GTSAM, Ceres, OpenCV, ROS
Responsibilities
Validate SLAM algorithms across XR use cases; Design scenario-driven validation strategies; Evaluate performance across sensors and environments; Define and evolve perception KPIs; Perform mathematical and statistical analysis of logs and trajectories; Identify and implement automation opportunities; Perform preliminary root-cause analysis of perception failures; Support algorithm and system teams with debugging insights
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic influence
