AI/ML Computer Graphics and Robotics for 3D Animation Research Intern - HIRING FOR WINTER

Sony Corporation of America is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, known for delivering a vast array of entertainment experiences. They are seeking a Sr. Research Intern to collaborate with a talented research team in developing future products and services in the fields of computer graphics, animation, and character control using AI and Machine Learning technologies.

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

Skills

• 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 Physics based motion generation for 3D character control
• 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
• Knowledge and experiences in human object interaction
• Knowledge and experience in limitation learning and skill learning
• Knowledge and experience in machine learning based robot control
• Knowledge and experiences in generative models
• Familiarity with Isaac-Gym, Blender, Unreal Engine, Unity, MuJoCo, or related software platforms

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