Staff AI Scientist - Computer Vision

Dolby Sound Laboratories • Atlanta, GA

71d • $148,900 - $182,000

About The Position

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you'll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We're big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits, not to mention a Flex Work approach that is truly flexible to support where, when, and how you do your best work.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science, plus 4+ years of corporate research experience.
• Profound expertise in image sensors, lenses, camera signal processing, spectral processing, 3D modeling, geometry, and calibration.
• Deep theoretical and practical understanding of state-of-the-art AI technologies, including knowledge of network architectures, deployment modes, data augmentation, and performance analysis.
• Experience with generative models (diffusion, autoregressive, etc.), self-supervised learning, contrastive learning, and autoencoders.
• Familiarity with applications such as source separation, text-to-speech, music synthesis, image segmentation, and language models.
• Familiarity with gaming environments, SoC architectures, embedded systems, and GPU/CPU implementations.
• Proven ability to invent, patent, and productize novel image processing and rendering technologies.
• Strong publication record in leading conferences and journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML).
• Expertise in C/C++ and Python.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership in managing and mentoring researchers.
• Passion for cross-continental teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills in English.
• A forward-thinking innovator with the ability to envision and create impactful, commercially viable technologies.

Responsibilities

• Invent and develop next-generation AI-driven image and video processing technologies, focusing on image/video capture solutions using emerging sensors, camera signal processing, and 3D spatial capture.
• Collaborate with Dolby's global research teams to define directions, identify projects, and drive the creation of groundbreaking image technologies that fuel Dolby's licensing and cloud businesses.
• Combine traditional image processing techniques with advanced AI algorithms to address challenges in image delivery, analysis, and content creation.
• Guide and mentor researchers specializing in image processing, computer graphics, and content enhancement.
• Act as a coach and mentor to junior researchers, helping them grow into independent contributors within a corporate research environment.
• Foster a dynamic, transparent, results-driven, and innovative working culture.
• Collaborate with ATG technology leaders to help define and prioritize projects, aligning with Dolby's strategic goals.
• Partner with upper management to allocate resources, drive key use cases, and integrate research into global R&D initiatives.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $148,900-$182,000, which can vary if outside this location, plus bonus, benefits, and some roles may also include equity.
• Salary ranges determined by role, level, and location.
• Individual pay determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, competencies, experience, market demands, internal parity, and relevant education or training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees