Staff Color Scientist / Staff Color Scientistess

A New Paradigm of Computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in spatial computing, developing groundbreaking augmented reality technology that seamlessly blends digital content with the real world. As the creator of the next computing platform, our mixed reality devices unlock new possibilities for how people interact with and experience their surroundings.

If you're looking to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact, Magic Leap could be the place for you. Here, you can explore innovative solutions and utilize your talents to solve real-world problems. Collaborating with industry experts, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and amplify human potential at the intersection of the physical and digital worlds. We understand that successful change and progress thrive on diverse perspectives. As we shape the future together, every voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, alongside our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The Opportunity

As a Staff Color Scientist within our Optical Engineering group, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize existing color image processing algorithms, enhance calibration techniques, and develop new models of human color perception. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive knowledge of color science and engineering to address issues related to color uniformity and binocular color vision, making a direct impact on the development of cutting-edge augmented reality products.

What You’ll Do

• Research, develop, and facilitate the integration of color calibration algorithms (including white balance correction, color mixing, etc.)
• Support and optimize existing colorimetry methods and algorithms
• Characterize, model, and analyze the performance of displays and imaging systems based on color metrics
• Develop and apply models of human color vision and validate them with empirical data
• Plan and conduct psychophysical studies with human observers
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to bridge communication gaps, clarify requirements, identify risks, and support transparent data exchange

The Experience You Bring

• 8+ years of professional experience in color science within a technological or academic environment
• MS degree or higher in Color Science, Optical Engineering, Human Vision Science, or related fields
• Working knowledge of optics (including camera systems, projector systems, etc.)
• Scientific background in human color vision (including models of color adaptation, chromatic contrast sensitivity, etc.)
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and providing leadership and expertise for new projects
• Fluent in Matlab and/or Python as well as digital image processing
• Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and documentation skills

It’s Exciting If You Also Have

• Hands-on experience with testing automation
• Experience with human subjects experiments
• Knowledge of C#/C++

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines. Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

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