Machine Learning / Computer Vision Engineer for XR Labs - Amsterdam

The company language is English, and you will work together with an international engineering team to identify our users' needs and implement modern web applications. Therefore, communication skills and the ability to work in a team are key to success in this role.

Do you have a Master's degree?, Candidates bring a deep understanding of engineering pipelines and solutions of computer vision and machine learning algorithms and technologies that are necessary building blocks of interactive, real-time, and immersive systems, including 3D scene understanding, human pose tracking, sensor fusion and mathematical optimization. They also preferably have experience in systems design and implementations for real-time embedded and mobile platforms.

Key Experience Areas

• Solid background in 3D computer vision, including reconstruction and geometry fundamentals.

• Experience with segmentation, human detection, and 2D/3D pose methods for real-time applications.

• Hands-on development of deep learning models (PyTorch/TensorFlow) and practical ML pipelines.

• Familiarity with multimodal vision-language models and applying them to perception tasks.

• Strong coding skills in Python and C++ for production and on-device implementation.

• Experience with on-device optimization (quantization, acceleration, profiling) on mobile or embedded platforms.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Augmented/Virtual Reality devices and applications

• Experience in development, incl. testing and debugging on XR devices, mobile platforms or other embedded systems

• Experience in DSP optimizations

• Excellent C++ and object-oriented programming

• Real-time Computer graphics

Required Education

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or other related programs., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience., Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience. OR PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.

• References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

What we offer

• Be part of a world-class XR team researching and developing mobile Augmented and Virtual Reality enabling technology

• Understand and analyze requirements for perception systems for XR platforms

• See your contributions on industry-leading chips embedded in the next generation of AR and VR devices, smartphones, and robotics

• Salary, stock and performance related bonus

• Employer-financed pension schemes

• Employee Stock Purchase Program

• Relocation and immigration support (if needed)

• Mentor program for intensive induction and further training opportunities

• Subsidies for physical and mental well-being, e.g. fitness center, sports clubs, ski tickets and much more

• Working in a modern office, located on the science park, the lively campus of the University of Amsterdam

Qualcomm Technologies Netherlands B.V., At Qualcomm XR labs Europe, we're a passionate team of engineers who want to change the world through virtual and augmented reality products and technologies. We develop state-of-the-art computer vision, deep learning, and graphics solutions to deliver ultra-optimized, power-efficient software and hardware to enable the intelligent perception of the world around us. Qualcomm is redefining the connected, intelligent edge with exciting new products for Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). We are a world-class engineering organization developing state-of-the-art computer vision, deep learning, and graphics solutions to deliver ultra-optimized, power-efficient software and hardware to enable the intelligent perception of the world around us. To scale and strengthen our offering in this domain, Qualcomm XR team in Europe is rapidly expanding and seeking candidates to investigate and develop the fundamental perception systems enabling self-contained XR platforms. We look for innovators who will push the boundaries of mobile perception technology to offer a comprehensive platform to our customers.