Engineering Manager / Engineering Manageress, Computer Vision Data and Ground Truth Tools

A New Paradigm of Computing

Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, device services, prototyping, and manufacturing capabilities. We are recognized for our unmatched optics stack and have developed ultra-lightweight waveguides and display systems that push the boundaries of what's possible in AR. With over a decade of experience in AR innovation, we have achieved groundbreaking advancements in text legibility, color fidelity, and rich digital content visuals, while continually expanding the field of view to create engaging and immersive AR experiences.

Magic Leap could be your ideal workplace if you wish to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. Here, you can explore innovative solutions and leverage your talents to address real-world challenges. Collaborating with industry experts, you will enhance your skills while contributing to making our technology accessible to millions as part of the mixed reality (XR) ecosystem. We believe that successful change and progress are accelerated by diverse perspectives. As we shape our future, every voice matters. Together, we can reimagine the world of work and partner with bold thinkers to turn the impossible into reality.

The Opportunity

As the manager leading an engineering team of four within the Perception group, you will be responsible for systems that collect vital real-world sensor data, including ground truth, from our XR devices. This data is critical for the development and validation of various perception features, such as head tracking, eye tracking, depth estimation, and object tracking. You will bridge leadership and hands-on technical contributions by defining technical strategy, setting roadmaps with internal stakeholders, architecting data collection tooling, and writing production code, all while building and mentoring a cross-disciplinary engineering team. You will also oversee two data collection labs equipped with tools like OptiTrack, LiDARs, and robotic arms in different geographic locations.

This position demands a seasoned, versatile engineer capable of operating autonomously, creating opportunities, balancing strategic planning with tactical execution, and nurturing talent while driving technical excellence.

Important: You will lead a distributed team across Europe and the US, so flexibility in working across multiple time zones is essential. This is a hybrid role that requires close proximity to our Zurich office, and occasional travel may be required.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for internal clients, proactively aligning data delivery roadmaps with business needs.
• Design, develop, and maintain hardware and software solutions for ground truth data collection in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Individually develop and maintain production software in Python and C++ as the lead developer.
• Maintain strategic oversight of the vendor landscape for hardware and software tooling, evaluating and selecting optimal solutions.
• Orchestrate data collection operations with internal teams and external data collectors.
• Set technical direction and priorities for a cross-disciplinary computer vision team.
• Mentor and coach team members with technical depth and empathy, supporting their professional growth and career development.

The Experience You Bring

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience in Python and C++.
• 3+ years of experience in geometric computer vision.
• 3+ years of technical leadership experience managing and mentoring engineering teams.
• Proven track record in system architecture involving hardware and software.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capability to operate with high autonomy in ambiguous environments.

It’s Exciting If You Also Have

• Experience with camera calibration, bundle adjustment, and hand-eye calibration techniques.
• Hands-on experience with OptiTrack or similar motion capture systems.
• Background in XR/AR/VR development.
• Experience integrating and calibrating Lidar sensors.
• Strong rapid prototyping skills for hardware and software systems.

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Note: Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.