3D Computer Vision Researcher

Kitware•Minneapolis, MN

4d•$135,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Research and develop algorithms for photogrammetry, camera calibration, registration, and 3D reconstruction from images and video. Current projects emphasize aerial and satellite imagery, with opportunities to adapt these capabilities to domains such as underwater imagery and synthetic aperture radar. The work contributes to open source applications and frameworks including TeleSculptor, KWIVER, and Danesfield, and explores how 3D vision can support object detection and tracking, change detection, super resolution, and video compression. The role involves collaboration with government R&D agencies, branches of the U.S. military, members of the Intelligence Community, and commercial organizations. The researcher may collaborate directly with customers, participate in field tests and demonstrations, publish novel work, and apply state-of-the-art AI approaches to real-world national security challenges. Employees are encouraged and supported to participate in national and international conferences. The role may also involve seeking funding to grow and develop research areas, if desired.

Requirements

PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
Experience using multiview geometry to develop algorithms for building 3D point clouds, meshes, Gaussian Splats, or NeRFs from imagery or video.
Experience with AI/ML methods for 3D reconstruction or camera calibration.
Experience with good software development practices and proficiency in C++ and/or Python.
Strong publication record in top-tier research publications and conferences such as CVPR, ICCV, and ECCV.
Innovative approach and demonstrated record of solving difficult technical challenges using imagery.
Experience collaborating successfully with others and thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Must be a U.S. citizen due to contractual restrictions.
If not already cleared TS/SCI, willingness and ability to apply for and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
Candidates should include a detailed list of publications as part of their resume or CV.

Nice To Haves

Experience with geospatial coordinate systems and transformations.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and develop solutions involving camera calibration, registration, and 3D reconstruction from images.
Contribute to open source software such as TeleSculptor, KWIVER, and Danesfield.
Collaborate with other researchers to develop ideas and peer-review work.
Prepare and present research findings to customers and collaborators.
Participate in national and international conferences such as CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, WACV, and 3DV.
Seek funding to grow and develop research areas, if desired.