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Niantic's AR Mapping team seeks a Computer Vision Software Engineer to build 3D world maps for their real-world Metaverse.  Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining production computer vision systems to enhance AR capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions, optimizing system complexity and time, writing high-performance code, and working with the research team to innovate in AR. The role involves working on solutions that will be used by millions.  The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience in production code (C++), computer vision, and machine learning.  In-office work is required two days a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays).

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<div class="job__description body"><div>Niantic’s Augmented Reality (AR) Mapping team seeks a Computer Vision Software Engineer to help build the 3D world maps that are the foundation for Niantic’s real world Metaverse and push the frontiers of Computer Vision and Machine Learning.
We are building the VPS and visual maps that help develop AR experiences to “inspire people to explore the world together”.
We’re a highly collaborative and engaging team, working to help algorithms evolve from concept to production at scale, and this is your chance to join us in our journey to map the world. We are all passionate about innovation, so we’re looking for engineers who want to learn and ship products that will be used by millions of developers and users.
<h3>Responsibilities</h3>
<ul>
<li>Design, develop and maintain production computer vision systems that are used to improve Niantic’s AR capabilities for the delight of our users.</li>
<li>Collaborate multi-functionally with products, operations and other engineering teams to ship state-of-the art computer vision solutions to enable new AR experiences.</li>
<li>Optimize complexity and time of solutions to make the best use of current technologies in cloud and/or mobile.</li>
<li>Write high performance code, debug solutions to complex problems that span systems, prioritize tasks effectively, and efficiently to meet agreed timelines.</li>
<li>Work with Niantic’s research team to invent, evaluate and help productionise solutions to push the boundaries of what can be done today in AR.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional team members and stakeholders, including regular and reliable attendance and participation in meetings.</li>
<li>Required in-office 2 days on Tuesday and Thursday.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3>
<ul>
<li>Master-level qualification in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.</li>
<li>Experience writing production code in C++.</li>
<li>Solid understanding of computer vision, machine learning or similar concepts.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid environment and handle stress appropriately and/or ability to solve practical problems and be sufficiently adaptable to handle dynamic situations with little advance notice.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience working on cross-functional teams with ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including asynchronous interactions with others.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Plus If…</h3>
<ul>
<li>PhD-level qualification in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability developing algorithms for image processing, computer vision or similar endeavors.</li>
<li>Experience implementing, hardening or optimizing 3d gaussian splatting, dense depth computation, multi-view reconstruction or other problems in 3D computer vision.</li>
</ul>
The total compensation package for this position includes a new hire offer base salary range of £87,300.00-£126,000.00 + bonus + equity + benefits.
Individual pay within this salary range is determined by work location and additional factors, including assessed job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can answer any questions about new hire total compensation during the hiring process. An overview of benefit offerings for your location can be found on the careers page.
<h3>Join the Niantic team!</h3>
Niantic's global-scale augmented reality platform and digital map powers spatial computing experiences in the real world. Incubated out of the Maps team at Google, Niantic first created Ingress and then Pokémon GO, a cultural phenomenon and hit game played by tens of millions of people each month. Niantic’s Lightship platform, which powers Pokémon GO, also supports the company's other games including Pikmin Bloom, Peridot and Monster Hunter Now. Developers use Niantic’s platform to build their own AR applications and experiences, either with the Lightship Platform or directly through the web with 8th Wall.
We believe that cultivating a workplace where our people are supported and included is essential to creating great products our community will love. Our mission emphasizes seeking and hiring diverse voices, including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the technology industry, and we consider this to be one of the most important values we hold close.
Niantic is a hybrid first company. We believe that in person interaction and collaboration fosters creativity, a sense of community, and is critical to our future success as a company. Our hybrid work schedules allow for a mix of remote and in-office work.
We're a hard-working, fun, and exciting group who value intellectual curiosity and a passion for problem-solving! We have growing offices located in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Bellevue, Kansas, London, Tokyo, Hamburg, Hyderabad, and Zurich. #LI-HYBRID</div></div>

The Licensing Manager at Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. leads the licensing brand strategy for gaming IPs in the Americas.  Responsibilities include daily account management, negotiating licensing deals, partner compliance, budget tracking, communication with master licensors, and ensuring brand integrity aligns with company objectives. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, market analysis, licensee recruitment, sales projection, and presentation skills.  Up to 25% travel for industry shows is expected. This position is based in Irvine, CA, with a hybrid work schedule.

<div class="prose prose-sm prose-alpha">The Licensing Manager at Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is responsible for leading the overall licensing brand strategy for all core and classic gaming IPs for The Americas territories and any potential international merchandise licensing programs. This role entails day-to-day account management, negotiation of licensing deals, partner compliance, tracking of licensing budget and targets, communication with master licensor and domestic/overseas affiliates as well as ensuring brand integrity is in alignment with the BANDAI NAMCO objectives and guidelines. Join us at our new campus in Irvine, California where a hybrid work schedule will be observed. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Collaborate closely with the Sr. Director, Licensing to determine strategic objectives and contribute to the overall revenue growth of the IP Licensing departmental goals</li><li>Possess acute interest in gaming industry including knowledge of modern gaming, retailer insight, sales lifecycles, line planning, trends and play patterns</li><li>Analyze existing licensee businesses via sales comparisons, forecasts, and competitive analysis on a quarterly basis</li><li>Ability to communicate with cross functional teams including brand marketing, legal, finance and other Bandai Namco affiliated international territories</li><li>Gather annual and quarterly sales projections and verify quarterly sales with licensee partners for the finance department</li><li>Contribute to new Licensee recruitment: blue sky ideation, incremental business opportunity identification, trend research, and overall market analysis</li><li>Research current trends in the market, retailers, products, brands, and companies for new business opportunities</li><li>Develop style guides for each brand by working with creative services and master licensors</li><li>Work with eCommerce team to develop a linear promotional strategy for BANDAI NAMCO stores and other major eCommerce retailer to support and grow business</li><li>Prospect for new Licensees, present pitches, prepare sales materials, presentations/decks and ad-hoc reports/requests</li><li>Participate in weekly cross-functional approval meetings with Licensing, , Legal, Brand IP owners, and Marketing teams to gain internal alignment and direction</li><li>Up to 25% for trade and industry related show</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>5+ years of experience in licensing or related industry experience</li><li>Strong proficiency in reviewing licensing contracts and fluency in negotiating key business terms</li><li>Knowledge of gaming industry</li><li>Effective communication and presentation skills including deck building</li><li>Resourceful, pro-active, self-starter and team player</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Fluent in English and Japanese (preferred)</li></ul>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Business Administration, Communication, or related field</li><li>Or relevant work experience</li></ul>Salary Range: $93,600 - $117,800Actual base salary will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs. The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees and it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is providing the following notice regarding the Personal Information we collect and use in the context of this job application: <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.bandainamcoent.com/legal/bnea-privacy-ccpanotice">https://www.bandainamcoent.com/legal/bnea-privacy-ccpanotice</a>About Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., part of the Bandai Namco Group, is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for major video game consoles, PC, online, and mobile platforms. The company is known for creating many of the industry’s beloved classic franchises such as PAC-MAN®, GALAGA®, TEKKEN®, SOULCALIBUR®, and ACE COMBAT®, and publishing the critically acclaimed DARK SOULS™ series and the blockbuster title ELDEN RING™. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is also the premier publisher in the Western hemisphere for anime-based video games including GUNDAM™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, DRAGON BALL™, and ONE PIECE®. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California. More information about the company and its products can be found at <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.bandainamcoent.com">http://www.bandainamcoent.com</a>.</div>