AI/ML Computer Graphics and Robotics for 3D Animation Research Intern

Sony

Jan 13, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Software Engineering
Data
San Francisco, +3
Remote

Requirements

M.S., Ph.D. candidate, or Post-doc in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or M.S. with research experience equivalent to Ph.D.
Excellent fundamental research background and demonstrated record of innovation in the theory of AI, Machine Learning, Computer Graphics, or Robotics related areas.
Excellent knowledge and experience in 3D Animation, Character Control with Physics Game Engine
Excellent knowledge and experience in Deep Learning fundamentals and Reinforcement Learning.
Excellent analytical and mathematical skills 
Strong professional software development experience
Strong familiarity with game development workflow
Strong familiarity with neural network training, finetuning workflow
Strong familiarity with modern Python and C++
Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment
Preferred qualifications: 
Knowledge and experiences in physics-based character control
Knowledge and experiences in generative models (NeRF, Diffusion Model)
Knowledge and experience in machine learning based robot control
Knowledge and experience in motion and skill learning
Familiarity with Unreal Engine, Unity, Blender, Maya, Mujoco, Isaac-Gym or related software platforms

Responsibilities

Research, develop and evaluate state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms for the next generation AI/ML based Computer Graphics and Robotics for 3D Animation.
Apply software engineering skills to identify challenges and future directions for our research.
Learn, collaborate, and network alongside world-class researchers and creators; present your findings and contribute to the industry-leading entertainment technology community.

Sony

Entertainment & Media

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1946

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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