The Company
Metalenz, a Boston based venture backed startup built on foundational research from Harvard University, develops next-generation imaging and sensing solutions for high-volume consumer electronics markets using patented low-cost metasurface technology, advanced image processing, and novel machine learning algorithms. The Company’s latest product, Polar ID, is a groundbreaking polarizing camera that leverages the unique characteristics of metasurfaces to enable secure and affordable face unlock for all smartphones.
The Position
Metalenz is at the forefront of developing next-generation biometric sensing systems for consumer electronics, leveraging metasurface devices. We are actively seeking a talented and motivated student to join our team and contribute to the development of this cutting-edge technology. As an intern, you’ll have the unique opportunity to collaborate with a team of experts in the field, working to understand how processing affects device performance and enabling improved image collection.
What you’ll do:
- Develop image processing algorithms to determine feature sizes on SEM images.
- Analyze feature size data to quantify variability and correlations between features.
- Collect SEM images of metasurfaces for analysis
- Student enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program in a relevant field such as optical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, computer science, or a related discipline.
- Image processing experience, for example mathematical morphology, binarization, edge detection, noise reduction, and feature extraction.
- Data and statistical analysis experience (e.g., programs like jmp, R, Matlab, experience with systematic and random error assessment, correlation metrics, or regression analysis)
- Experience operating an SEM
- Programming experience with languages like Python, Julia or MATLAB, ideally for data analysis.
- Proven ability to work independently
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Other helpful experience:
- Optical simulation ideally with FDTD (Meep) or RCWA.
- Familiarity with optical measurements (quantum efficiency, MTF, etc.)
What we do
- Work with consumer electronic OEMs to commercialize meta-optics
- Design next-generation optical systems for emerging consumer applications like 3D sensing
- Apply a modern software stack and cutting-edge developments in scientific computing (automatic differentiation, scientific machine learning, nonlinear optimization, etc.) to unexplored problem domains in optical system design
What we offer
- Based in downtown Boston near TD Garden, Metalenz is conveniently located across the street from North Station
- Collaborative office space, flexible work schedule with hybrid and/or work-from-home arrangements for qualified positions
- Complimentary snacks and drinks, and occasionally lunch on-site
- Free gym and bike parking on-site
- Fun, energizing, highly collaborative environment in which each team member has the opportunity to make an impact
Metalenz is an equal-opportunity employer. The Company is committed to providing an open and inclusive environment for all its employees. The Company prohibits any discrimination based on gender, gender identity, pregnancy, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, criminal record, genetic information, or any other category protected by law.