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Machine Learning Engineer, XR/VR Device - USDS

5 days ago San Jose, CA

Responsibilities

XR/VR Interactive Perception Team focuses on advancing the perception and interaction capabilities of XR's (MR/AR) devices. The team continuously explores cutting-edge areas such as human-computer interaction, 3D spatial perception, high-precision 3D face recognition, and human body understanding. By developing technologies in perception and reconstruction, environmental awareness, and 3D scene reconstruction and generation, we aim to empower users with more natural, intuitive, and immersive interaction experiences-enabling them to perceive reality, engage with reality, and transcend reality. Our work drives the evolution of spatial intelligent computing platforms into a new era of user experience.

We are the Engineering Architecture team of the XR/VR Interactive Perception R&D Department. We are responsible for the architecture design and engineering implementation in the Interactive Perception Department. We focus on exploring the low-power consumption deployment of AI models, strive for excellence and aim to become an international team with leading technology.

Responsibilities
- Responsible for the integrated development services of the XR/VR algorithm, participates in the architecture design optimization of XR device system applications, and promotes the continuous construction of the technical system/R&D standards;
- Responsible for the compilation and build integration of the XR/VR core system, assist in optimizing the software compilation process, and ensure version control and build consistency
- Participate in the design and optimization iteration of business system architecture to ensure high concurrency and high reliability;
- Participate in software compliance assessment, design and implement a software compliance framework that meets both domestic and international markets
- Understand business needs, and complete the design and development of server-related functions;

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above; majors in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related fields.
- Have solid Android application development experience, proficient in C++/Python is needed.
- Have excellent architecture design capabilities, understands the Android system framework, and has a clear understanding of the principles of core system features;
- Demonstrates outstanding self-motivation and learning ability, possesses excellent communication and expression skills, and has a product mindset capable of implementing technical solutions in business scenarios;

Preferred Qualifications
- Proficient in Java/Kotlin programming languages is a plus;
- Experience in AI edge application development is preferred;
- Experience in XR device, operating system, or SDK development is preferred.

Job Information

[For Pay Transparency] Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $136800 - $359720 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

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The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

3. Exercising sound judgment.

Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA
Job ID: TikTok-7611666209432570165
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-03-05T20:23:27

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • HSA
    • Life Insurance
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Company Equity
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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