Valve

At Valve, we are pushing the boundaries of virtual reality (VR) experiences. We are looking for versatile, self-directed software engineers in computer vision who can help us achieve the next steps in VR with millions of customers world-wide.

The main scope of this position is to prototype, ship, and support consumer gaming products leveraging visual-inertial tracking (HMD and controllers), camera passthrough, environment understanding, eye tracking, and hand tracking.

Valve generally hires senior engineers with broad skill sets who also exhibit deep expertise. Do you prefer to collaborate with peers to define the work that you pursue, rather than simply follow a vision that's been set for you? If you're seeking an opportunity to steer product definition, functional exploration and design decision-making, consider joining Valve. We can't wait to see where you'll take us!

Qualifications

• Proven professional software development experience in C/C++
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience in one or more of the following:
• SLAM/VIO/sensor fusion, visual positioning or other related directions
• 3D vision algorithms (traditional, deep learning based, or both - including SFM, MVS(Net), NeRF or other 3D reconstruction methods.
• Object detection and tracking, 3D pose estimation or other related directions
• Human subject awareness, including hand tracking, eye tracking, and body tracking

What We Offer

• An organization where 100% of time is dedicated as groups see fit
• The opportunity to collaborate with experts across a range of disciplines
• A work environment and flexible schedule in support of families and domestic partnerships
• A culture eager to become stronger through diversity of all forms
• Exceptional health insurance coverage
• Unrivaled employer match for our 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous vacation and family leave
• On-site amenities in support of health and efficiency
• Fertility and adoption assistance
• Reimbursement for child care during interviews

Valve strives to improve the diversity of our teams to better serve our diverse global audience. We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Candidates will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, family status, veteran status or disability status. Valve is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment in the workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.