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Senior Research Scientist
Pixar Animation Studios —Emeryville, CA
- $219,980 - $284,680 a year
- 7 years
- Computer Science
- Doctor of Philosophy

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Senior Research Scientist
Pixar Animation Studios —Emeryville, CA
Research & Innovation: Identify and solve complex graphics/AI problems; design, develop, and deploy scalable algorithms and prototype software.
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Senior Research Scientist

Pixar Animation Studios -
Emeryville, CA

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Job Details

$219,980 - $284,680 a year

Qualifications

Conference papers
Team leadership
Software coding
Publishing papers in peer-reviewed journals
Research project technical leadership
Doctor of Philosophy
Manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
Computer graphics

Full Job Description

Conduct world-class research in computer graphics and AI to develop innovative solutions for Pixar and Disney movie productions. This role bridges the gap between academic research and practical studio application.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research & Innovation: Identify and solve complex graphics/AI problems; design, develop, and deploy scalable algorithms and prototype software.
Production Collaboration: Work directly with artists, technical directors, and engineers to address real-world production challenges under tight deadlines.
Leadership & Publication: Lead research projects, publish results in peer-reviewed journals (e.g., SIGGRAPH), and maintain Pixar’s presence in the global research community.
Strategy: Stay current on emerging technologies and provide recommendations for studio adoption.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated leadership in the computer graphics or closely related research communities
Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, or a related field
7+ years of post-graduate research experience in academia or industry R&D
Sustained history of original research and publications in top-tier forums (ACM SIGGRAPH, CVPR, NeurIPS) and recognized leadership in the field
Deep expertise in at least one area of graphics/AI, solid coding skills, and the ability to analyze cutting-edge technologies

SKILLS:

Excellent communication and collaboration skills across diverse roles (artists to executives)
Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and within a team
Strong presentation and technical writing capabilities
Commitment to diverse perspectives and collaborative innovation

The hiring range for this position in Emeryville is $219,980.00 to $284,680.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

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