Staff Color Scientist

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160K-180K Annually
Virtual Reality
Pioneering a wearable augmented reality platform to amplify enterprise productivity.
The Role

A new paradigm of computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in spatial computing, developing groundbreaking augmented reality technology that seamlessly blends digital content with the real world. As the creator of the next computing platform, our mixed reality devices unlock new possibilities for how people interact with and experience their surroundings. 

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap, you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts, you can grow your skills and amplify human potential at the intersection of the physical and digital worlds. We know that successful change and progress accelerate diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, everyone's voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and, with our bold partners, make the impossible possible.

The opportunity 

As a Staff Color Scientist within our Optical Engineering group, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize existing color image processing algorithms, enhance calibration techniques, and develop new models of human color perception. The ideal candidate will apply their deep knowledge of color science and engineering to advise the team on mitigating issues of color uniformity and binocular color vision, making a direct impact on the development of cutting-edge augmented reality products.

What you’ll do 

  • Research, develop and facilitate integration of color calibration algorithms (including white balance correction, color mixing, etc.)
  • Support and optimize existing colorimetry methods and color calibration algorithms
  • Characterize, model, and analyze performance of displays and imaging systems on color metrics
  • Develop and apply models of human color vision and verify models with empirical data
  • Plan and conduct psychophysical studies with human observers
  • Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders to bridge communication gaps, clarify requirements, identify risks, and support transparent exchange of data

The experience you bring

  • 8+ years of professional experience in color science in a technological or academic environment
  • MS degree or higher in Color Science, Optical Engineering, Human Vision Science, or related fields
  • Working knowledge of optics (including camera systems, projector systems, etc.) 
  • Scientific background on human color vision (including models of color adaptation, chromatic contrast sensitivity, etc.)
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and providing leadership and expertise for new projects
  • Fluent in Matlab and/or Python and digital image processing
  • Excellent communication, presentation, organization, and documentation skills

It’s exciting if you also have

  • Hands-on experience with testing automation
  • Experience with human subjects experiments
  • Knowledge of C#/C++ 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation during the application, interviewing, or hiring process, you may request an accommodation by emailing [email protected]. Magic Leap will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via (e-)mail. Furthermore, we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

All legitimate Magic Leap email communications will end with "@magicleap.com". Please carefully review all emails you receive, to ensure you only engage with legitimate representatives of Magic Leap. For the protection of your Personal Information, do not click any links, open any attachments, or further engage with any suspicious communications. In the event you receive an unexpected or suspicious communication claiming to come from Magic Leap, please reach out directly to [email protected] for assistance.


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Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. In addition to salary, Magic Leap offers a discretionary bonus, equity, and a fully comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

US Base Salary Range

$160,000$180,000 USD

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The Company
HQ: Plantation, FL
1,200 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, device services, prototyping and manufacturing capabilities. Known for its unmatched AR optics stack, Magic Leap has developed ultra-lightweight waveguides and display systems that advance what’s possible in AR. The company’s proprietary manufacturing equipment and processes allow for the production of a broad range of precision waveguides at scale with incredibly high yield rates and quality at scale. With more than a decade of experience in AR innovation, Magic Leap has made groundbreaking advancements in text legibility, color fidelity and rich digital content visuals while continually expanding the field of view to create engaging, immersive AR experiences. Magic Leap's focus is on making its technology available to millions of people as a partner in the mixed reality (XR) ecosystem.

Why Work With Us

At Magic Leap, you have the agency to make real change and learn organically by working alongside experts in your field on end-to-end AR solutions.

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