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Thumbnails Designer

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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>
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<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>
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<h3>Qualifications</h3>
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<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>
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<h3>Plus If…</h3>
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<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>

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Thumbnails Designer to create visually compelling and engaging thumbnails for our videos and content. You will utilize graphic design tools to design thumbnails that align with our brand identity and drive viewer engagement.  Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and a strong understanding of visual storytelling are essential.

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 We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Thumbnails Designer to join our dynamic team in SiGMA. In this role, you will be responsible for creating visually compelling and engaging thumbnails that capture attention and drive viewer clicks. Your designs will play a key role in increasing viewership and engagement across various platforms, including YouTube, social media, and blogs.   Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Design Engaging Thumbnails: Create eye-catching thumbnails that effectively communicate the video or content’s main theme and entice viewers to click.</li><li>Content Understanding: Review video content or descriptions to understand the narrative and target audience in order to design thumbnails that align with the brand’s tone and purpose.</li><li>Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with video editors, content creators, and marketing teams to ensure the thumbnails are consistent with the overall brand identity.</li><li>Use of Graphic Design Tools: Utilize graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Figma to create high-quality designs.</li><li>Maintain Brand Consistency: Ensure all thumbnail designs adhere to brand guidelines, including typography, color schemes, and visual style.</li><li>Optimize for Various Platforms: Adapt thumbnails for different platforms (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and websites) to maximize impact.</li><li>A/B Testing &amp; Data-Driven Design: Analyze performance metrics (click-through rates) and make design adjustments based on insights from A/B testing to improve engagement.</li><li>Stay Updated with Trends: Keep up-to-date with the latest design trends, techniques, and platform guidelines to ensure thumbnails are current and competitive.</li><li>Fast Turnaround: Manage time efficiently to meet deadlines, especially in a fast-paced content production environment.</li></ul>
 Qualifications: <ul><li>Experience: 1-3+ years of experience in graphic design or a related field, with a good portfolio of design work.</li><li>Proficiency: Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), Figma or similar design tools.</li><li>Creativity &amp; Visual Storytelling: Strong understanding of visual storytelling with the ability to simplify complex messages into a single, impactful image.</li><li>Attention to Detail: Keen eye for layout, typography, color schemes, and visual composition.</li><li>Time Management: Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with team members.</li><li>Understanding of Digital Platforms: Familiarity with YouTube, social media, and content marketing trends.</li><li>Aesthetic Sense: A strong sense of aesthetics with a focus on creating visually appealing, bold, and vibrant designs.</li></ul>
 Preferred Qualifications: <ul><li>Experience designing thumbnails specifically for YouTube or other video platforms.</li><li>Understanding of SEO principles, especially as they relate to video content and thumbnails.</li><li>Experience with video editing tools such as Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects or Final Cut Pro is a plus.</li></ul>
 
 
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