Machine Learning Engineer; Physical Modeling

Machine Learning Engineer (Physical Modeling)

We need highly motivated and curious people to join our diverse team, which rapidly prototypes novel imaging sensors using physical models and unique AI algorithms. As a member of our team, you will have a great opportunity to chart the future of image sensor technology at Sony Semiconductor Solutions, the world leading image sensor company. Your work will impact the most valuable commercial applications for image sensors, including mobile platforms such as smartphones, AR/VR headsets, robotics, and more.

Our team, acquired by Sony in 2019, strives to keep alive a startup culture of curiosity and high engagement. We value a diverse work culture that promotes the expression of differing opinions and values diverse personalities and backgrounds. With you on our team, we will live up to Sony’s mission: “Fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology.”

• Rapidly prototype AI‑centric vision pipeline algorithms for novel imaging system concepts
• Represent imaging sensors with accurate and efficient physical models at various abstraction levels
• Collaborate with computer vision and image sensor experts in a multi‑disciplinary R&D environment to co‑develop software and hardware for system‑level innovation
• Coordinate developments within a multi‑cultural work environment that spans engineering sites from Japan, Europe, and North America across the Sony Group organization

• MSc or higher in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• Experience designing deep neural networks for vision applications
• Proficiency in Python and the PyTorch library
• Confident communication skills and proficiency in English
• Curiosity to actively learn and ask questions

• Experience in physical modeling, such as modeling of optics, semiconductor devices, or propagation of light
• Knowledge of image sensor and camera operation
• Knowledge of computational photography methods
• Experience in building sustainable, reusable, well‑documented research code
• Track record of innovation through novel products, patents, or publications

The position is with Sony Advanced Visual Sensing (Sony AVS), an R&D center of Sony Semiconductor Solutions based in Schlieren, Switzerland. We develop novel computer vision algorithms, vision sensors, and sensing systems based on our world‑leading sensing expertise, including event‑based cameras, CMOS cameras, and next‑generation image sensing devices.

Sony Semiconductor Solutions is the world market leader in image sensors and is using its advanced technology to conquer new fields and markets. Sony was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for multiple consecutive years.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Location: Schlieren, Switzerland

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