Display Research Scientist

Reality Labs focuses on delivering Meta's roadmap through creating advanced AI enabled AR devices. Come work alongside industry-leading scientists and engineers to create the technology that makes AR devices pervasive and universal. Our scientists have experience designing, modeling, and prototyping advanced display systems. This role is focused on long term research typically aiming for a 5+ year horizon for potential intercept. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of optical scientists, simulation engineers, and display architects to advance the state of the art in AI enabled AR devices.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experienceBachelor's degree in optics, physics, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience6+ years of experience in one or more of the following disciplines: optical design and simulation, optical fabrication, display technologies, computational imagingExperience with AR display systems and understanding of their optical requirementsDemonstrated experience to identify core research problems and drive them to solution with initiativePreferred QualificationsPhD in optics, photonics, physics, materials science, electrical engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experiencesTrack record of novel research (publications, prototypes, or demonstrated technical impact)Hands-on experiences on designing and executing optical experiments, working in a lab environment as a core part of the jobComputational simulation experience with light including: ray-tracing, Fourier optics, electromagnetic simulations (RCWA, FDTD), computer graphics, etcSolid understanding of diffractive optics and holographyExperience designing/building near-eye display prototypes (AR/VR)Experience building complex experimental systems with lasers, interferometry or diffractive imaging systemsExperience with holographic optical elements (HOE), volume Bragg gratings (VBG), or photopolymer materialsExperience with various spatial light modulators and display panel technologiesExperience with advanced nano-photonics technologies including design and fabricationProficiency with AI tools for scientific research, including computing, design and simulation, experiments, and data analysisResponsibilitiesAchieve breakthroughs in future AI enabled AR devices system architecture by identifying and solving fundamental problems to enable immersive AR experiencesResearch and develop advanced optical elements for future AR display systems, including designing, modeling, and fabricating novel optical components that serve as building blocks for AR display systemsCollaborate cross-functionally with optical system designers, simulation engineers, and other research teams to co-develop new display architectures and integrate device-level innovations into system-level solutionsExplore emerging optical technologies and evaluate their potential to advance AR display performance, including novel materials, device concepts, and fabrication methodsAbout MetaMeta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.Equal Employment OpportunityMeta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here.Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form.