Description
For a global leader in the technology field, this role will be part of a team responsible for generating synthetic data for training ML. A technical 3D Artist in this role will develop 3D content and tools that enable the generation of synthetic data using internal infrastructure and external 3D modeling platforms and tools such as USD, Blender and Cycles. This position will be working on-site in the Playa Vista, CA area.
Top Responsibilities (not limited to):
- 3D content development using Blender, scripting tools that update existing USD content, assemble scenes for rendering and producing ML training metadata.
- Develop procedural generation of 3D content in USD and Blender.
- Implement tools for processing real world captured data for use in synthetic pipelines.
- Develop procedural scene assembly for synthetic data.
- Develop pipeline for rendering synthetic data in USD / hdCycles
- Develop 3D assets, scripts, and documentation.
Mandatory Skills/Qualifications:
- Visual Art degree
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in 3D content development technologies and tools (5-8 years preferred)
- 3D modeling using Blender (Houdini / Maya in addition is a plus)
- USD 3D content processing using Python,
- 3D Rendering using Cycles, or Renderman.
- Work in a multidisciplinary team with engineers and ML researchers
- Knowledge of Google internal tools and infrastructure.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience in internal and external Stakeholder management and communication
- Ability to meet and exceed client requirements while working independently and under minimal supervision
- Able to work on-site in the Playa Vista, CA area
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Hourly Rate and Other Compensation :
The hourly rate for this position is between $38.00 – $41.00 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The hourly rate, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Qualifications
Technical Skills
SNo Primary Skill Proficiency Level * Rqrd./Dsrd. 1 Speaking English PL2 Required 2 Customer Service PL2 Required
* Proficiency Legends
Proficiency Level Generic Reference PL1 The associate has basic awareness and comprehension of the skill and is in the process of acquiring this skill through various channels. PL2 The associate possesses working knowledge of the skill, and can actively and independently apply this skill in engagements and projects. PL3 The associate has comprehensive, in-depth and specialized knowledge of the skill. She / he has extensively demonstrated successful application of the skill in engagements or projects. PL4 The associate can function as a subject matter expert for this skill. The associate is capable of analyzing, evaluating and synthesizing solutions using the skill.