# Research Engineer - 3D Vision and Generation, Self-Driving

**Company:** [Applied Intuition](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/applied-intuition)
**Location:** Sunnyvale, CA
**Role:** ML Engineering
**Salary:** $126k – $423k/yr
**Experience:** 0+ years
**Skills:** Python, PyTorch, Computer Vision, Gaussian Splatting, 3D Reconstruction, Multi-Modal Foundation Models, World Foundation Models, Distributed Machine Learning, Autonomous Driving, Robotics
**Posted:** 2026-04-21

> Research Engineer focusing on 3D vision, Gaussian splatting, foundation models, and generative techniques for self-driving applications. Conducts cutting-edge research, publishes at top conferences, and deploys algorithms to production autonomy systems. Requires hands-on experience in 3D/ML for AV/robotics, Python/PyTorch proficiency.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Conduct research on 3D vision related topics including 3D foundation model, multi-modal pretraining, **Gaussian splatting**, world foundation model with applications to autonomous driving
- Work closely with Research Scientists and interns on high-quality research publications to submit to top-tier conferences
- Collaborate with our engineering teams on ADAS, data, and simulation to deploy end-to-end algorithms for mass production vehicles, and neural simulation/generation for tools supporting autonomy development

## Requirements
- Hands-on experience in at least one of the following fields:
  - **3D reconstruction with Gaussian splatting**
  - **3D / multi-modal foundation model** and its pretraining
  - **World foundation model** and video generation
  - **3D/multi-view end-to-end models** for autonomous driving or robotics
- Passion for next-generation, scalable autonomy and robotics for real-world systems
- Strong engineering and research skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively on projects
- Technical experience in: **Python**, **PyTorch**, **computer vision**, robotics systems, and distributed machine learning model training

## Nice to Have
- Industry experience on relevant topics (**self-driving** application preferred)
- **MSc** or **PhD** in machine learning and computer vision with autonomy and robotics applications or closely related field
- Passion for building and shipping customer-focused software frameworks or tool

## Compensation
**Base salary range**: $126,000 - $423,000 USD annually (full-time position). Total compensation includes equity, comprehensive health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, 401k with employer match, learning/wellness stipends, and paid time off.

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