Meta Reality Labs Research is looking for a Technical Artist to help invent the future of digital presence in the Metaverse. You will partner with our Creative Director, technical artists, research scientists, and engineers to explore complex research problems and create immersive demos that show how our state-of-the-art technologies can enable the future of AR/VR avatars. Our research team develops the technologies that will enable Meta's product groups to ship the avatars the world will see in 5 to 10+ years. You'll work in small, nimble teams to rapidly iterate on digital character-focused demos and prototypes. You'll be working in partnership with other artists and engineers to bring together innovative technologies and leadership vision. These demos and researches are shared with the top level leadership and community of Meta Reality Labs to inspire and define a north-star for our future metaverse.
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Technical Artist Prototyper Responsibilities:
- Partner with Technical Artists, Research Engineers, Research scientists to solve complex research problems related to digital avatar.
- Build prototypes using machine learning, AI, 3D procedural methods to demonstrate new approaches and define new technologies.
- Build automated online/offline systems to simplify workflow.
- Assist with running, testing and troubleshooting realtime demos in a live lab environment.
- Participate in ideation sessions with creative and technical peers to help plan and troubleshoot the design of original character prototype demo experiences.
- 8+ years of VFX, feature films/animations, or games. Focusing on pipeline automation systems, visual scripting, procedural methods, simulations, with a wide expertise in VFX.
- Some 3D Math fundamentals as applied to 3D systems with coding experience like Python, VEX or C++ .
- First-hand experience with industry production processes and cross-discipline.
- Experience taking direction, yet also working independently, multi-tasking and self-prioritizing to help various teams meet goals in this quick-moving, highly collaborative environment.
- Expert in Houdini and USD pipeline.
- Familiar with realtime engines workflow.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Computer Visualization, or Computer Animation, including coding and scripting in various languages
- Previous experience in large scale VFX work is a plus.
- Advance math background is a plus.
- Experience with FX simulations or as a Character FX artist is a plus.
- Experience with game development is a plus.
- Knowledge of Maya, Unreal, Unity is a plus.
- AI interest is a plus.
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
$130,000/year to $180,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.