Computer Scientist (3D) ⏤ Onsite/Remote at Abstract

Company Profile

Abstract is a technology company that builds software that enables enterprise and entertainment companies to create magical 3D experiences. Our award-winning tech helps 3D artists working on massive productions to focus on the creative part instead of spending most time with tedious technical tasks. From military companies building next-generation simulations and data analysis to leading automotive and fashion brands such as NIO or Deckers and the biggest entertainment franchises created by gaming companies like 2K Games, Wargaming or Sony London: our technology plays a vital part in delivering their project.

We’re passionate about what we do and how we do it; we strive to make our technology available and approachable to everybody. Right now, InstaLOD is our leading technology, but we’re already working on the next technologies that will revolutionize material workflows and 3D scanning. Come join us on the path to become the most influential software in the industry!

Position Overview

Abstract is searching for passionate computer scientists experienced in the field of computational geometry and 3D. We're not just looking for coworkers but for stakeholders and adventurers – driven people that want to make a difference through their work. Whether your passion is researching new algorithms, or developing new bleeding-edge solutions, you’re guaranteed to find something that keeps you motivated!

The kind of people we’re looking for:

• Self-starter with a getting-things-done attitude:
  You have a solid C++ background (4+ years) and you’re not scared of big code-bases and tricky tasks. Your work methods are well-structured and self-organized and you love moving tasks from the backlog to done. You also understand the project, and create tasks for epics that need to be worked on next. Effectivity when working is important to you, so you rely on software such as Slack, GIT, Sourcetree, Sublime, Trello and JIRA.
• You love to improve and always seek to learn:
  You’re not only part of a team that’s just working on the code base. You’re part of a team that makes sure everybody’s skills and the quality of our code base continuously improves.
• Collaborative and Self-Aware:
  You understand what’s necessary to create a collaborative engineering culture. You help build understanding and empathy within your team, and actively work to bring people into the conversation and understand their viewpoint.

What you’ll do:

• First, we will figure out the area that you can thrive in and become a stakeholder of the engineering process.
• We’ll do this through an open dialog with you, when we talk about projects you’d like to drive at our company that would overlap well with your experience.
• You’ll be working on products and technology that you find interesting and challenging.

Bonus Skills:

• You have work experience at major companies, academic institutions, or competitors in our space.
• Experience managing large engineering projects.
• Experience with deep learning (CNNs), machine learning and/or artificial intelligence.
• Experience with computer vision and image processing techniques such as TensorFlow
• Compiler construction.

Location and Benefits:

• Transit-friendly office location at the heart of Stuttgart, Germany.
• Ability to work remotely.
• Cubicle-free environment with flexible hours.
• 25 days paid vacation + 12 paid federal holidays.
• Friendly office culture, casual dress code, and a cheerful Labrador office dog.
• Food catering to the office and unlimited espresso.

When you apply:

• Submit an up-to-date resume,
• and a cover letter explaining why you’re interested in working at our company.

We appreciate all interested candidates and look forward to hearing from you soon.