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Staff Computer Vision Engineer

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Hover is making the homeowner journey easy, transparent and fun. Starting with the home improvement industry, we’re answering age-old questions like, “What is it going to look like?” and “What is it going to cost?”, by helping homeowners and pros visualize what’s possible with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and interactive 3D property models. Homeowners, contractors, and insurance professionals all use Hover to get fully measured, accurate, and interactive models of any property—in a matter of minutes, and with just a few snaps of a smartphone camera.

Join a team that is rooted in challenging the status quo, persistence, and dedicated to serving our employees, customers, and communities. With key investors, including Google Ventures and Menlo Ventures and leading insurance carriers such as Travelers, State Farm, and Nationwide, Hover is committed to changing the world, one home at a time. At Hover, we believe there is strength in diversity and are fostering an inclusive and diverse culture by hiring qualified, talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds.

Why Hover wants you

Computer Vision is not just part of our product — it's foundational to our mission and future. We're looking for a deeply technical, visionary engineer to expand the core components of our 3D data platform. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys translating advanced research into practical, production-ready solutions and who is comfortable taking ownership while working closely with cross-functional teams.

You’ll be joining a world-class team of engineers and researchers building intelligent systems that solve real-world spatial problems. Your work will span theory, experimentation, and deployment, and you'll play a pivotal role in bringing scalable, high-performing computer vision systems into production.

You will contribute by

In this role, you will lead the design and development of advanced computer vision algorithms and pipelines focused on 3D reconstruction, scene understanding, and structured semantic modeling. You will own the full lifecycle of these solutions — from rapid prototyping to delivering robust, production-grade software that powers our 3D measurement and visualization products. Success in this role requires close collaboration with a cross-functional team of designers, frontend and backend engineers, graphics specialists, and devops professionals to ensure seamless integration across the platform. As a technical leader, you’ll mentor engineers, influence architectural decisions, and contribute to shaping the strategic roadmap for our vision-based capabilities. You'll also act as a key bridge between research and engineering, staying at the cutting edge of the field while ensuring that your innovations deliver tangible business impact.

Your background includes

Substantial experience developing algorithms for 3D reconstruction either in an academic research or industrial setting
Deep theoretical understanding and practical experience building deep learning models in one or more of the following areas: Multi-view geometry, Object detection and localization, Pose estimation, Structured 3D Reconstruction, Model fitting and Optimization
A track record of technical ownership and the ability to independently drive projects from conception to delivery.
Highly competitive and passionate about solving hard technical problems
Have an entrepreneurial mindset and be able to thrive amidst ambiguity & uncertainty
Creative problem solving skills and excellent software development skills
Comfortable building prototypes in either C++ or Python
Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field

Nice to haves

PhD related to 3D Reconstruction
Strong track record of research in related areas, with publications in top-tier venues such as CVPR, ICCV, ECCV
Practical experience in writing robust and maintainable production code

Benefits

Compensation - Competitive salary and meaningful equity in a fast-growing company
Healthcare - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents
Paid Time Off - Unlimited and flexible vacation policy
Paid Family Leave- We support work/life balance and offer generous paid parental and new child bonding leave
Mandatory Self-Care Days - A day set aside each month to allow employees to recharge
Remote Wellbeing Resources - We provide recurring fitness classes, meditation/ mindfulness tools, virtual therapy, and family planning assistance
Learning - We encourage continued education and will help cover the cost of management training, conferences, workshops, or certifications

Hybrid roles at Hover

Hover has Hubs in San Francisco and New York City, where we expect that all employees living within a 50-mile radius of our offices will come into their local Hover office at least three times a week to build rapport and foster organic connection. At this time, Hover is not considering fully remote roles.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $165,000 - $278,000 annually. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all applicable US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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What You Should Know About Staff Computer Vision Engineer, HOVER

At Hover, we're making homeowners' journeys easier, more transparent, and downright fun! As a Staff Computer Vision Engineer, you’ll play a key role in helping us reshape the home improvement industry by answering critical questions like, 'What will it look like?' and 'What will it cost?' with the power of Artificial Intelligence and stunning interactive 3D property models. In this position, you will lead the development of advanced computer vision algorithms that focus on everything from 3D reconstruction to structured semantic modeling. You'll have a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of engineers and designers, shaping the future of our 3D data platform. Your work will not only involve theoretical explorations but also the hands-on deployment of these systems, ensuring they are robust enough for real-world use. We're looking for someone with a strong academic or industrial background in 3D reconstruction and deep learning, who enjoys taking ownership and driving projects to completion. If you're excited about solving complex spatial problems and want to be part of a company backed by major investors like Google Ventures, Hover could be your next home. With a commitment to diversity and a fun culture of inclusive innovation, you’ll find a supportive environment where you can thrive! Plus, our exceptional benefits, including a competitive salary and unlimited PTO, really seal the deal. Join us as we strive to change the world one home at a time!

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What are the responsibilities of a Staff Computer Vision Engineer at Hover?

As a Staff Computer Vision Engineer at Hover, your responsibilities include leading the design and development of advanced computer vision algorithms, focusing on areas like 3D reconstruction, scene understanding, and semantic modeling. You will own the lifecycle of these solutions, from rapid prototyping to production deployment, while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration into our products.