Research Scientist III

Research Scientist III

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist III Role for an onsite opportunity at Santa Clara, CA

Position Title: Research Scientist III

Location: Onsite - Santa Clara, CA

Anticipated Start Date: 07/28/2025

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12+ Months

Job Type: Contract - [FULL TIME (40 Hours a week)]

Pay Range: $58.72/hr-$63.58/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Develop perceptual features that enhance MR/AR realism by modeling human vision and color perception.
• Build platforms for objective and subjective evaluation of virtual object rendering using psychophysical methods.
• Design and implement real-time display color processing pipelines leveraging GPU, CPU/MCU, or hardware-accelerated resources.
• Prototype MR/AR demos using Python, MATLAB, Blender, Unity, and C#.
• Research and develop computer vision and machine learning algorithms for ambient light estimation and photorealistic object rendering.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Imaging Science, Color Science, Vision Science, Cognitive Science, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in camera or display pipelines for embedded systems, mobile devices, or Android platforms.
• Proficiency in programming languages including MATLAB, Python, C++, and C#.
• Solid background in signal processing and data analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of image processing, color perception, human vision, HDR imaging, image segmentation, and AR/MR rendering.
• Familiarity with camera sensors, light sensors, and display hardware systems.
• Experience in 3D computer graphics, physically based rendering, and lighting/shading techniques.
• Proficient with tools such as Blender and Unity for rapid prototyping.
• Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 239855 when responding to this ad.

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