Full-Time
Human Factors Researcher
Cloud game streaming and mobile gaming platform
Mid
Remote
- Understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanical analysis tools and techniques
- This role requires expertise in both designing and building prototyping platforms and tools for ergonomic and anthropometric evaluation
- 3+ years lab experience: data collection (calibration, recording data, and processing) and data analysis
- Experience with mechanical, biomechanical, anthropometrical, animation, perception and physiological data
- Experience with biomechanical modeling & simulations
- Experience working on gaming or AR/VR devices
- Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
- Collect and analyze biomechanical and physiological test data to understand the user's experience and point of view; complete human factors assessments of products and experiences in all stages of design
- Autonomously drive and influence smart device architecture through the creation of research prototypes that demonstrate the tradeoffs between user needs, device wearability, and device performance
- By helping define our products with human factors in mind you will help create a holistic product experience at the highest standards for players by optimizing for human factors and ergonomics
- Collaborate closely with teams within Data Science, Software Engineering, Core Product, Hardware Engineering, User Research, and Industrial Design
- Engage the wider academic community through impactful publications
Backbone is a trailblazer in the gaming industry, developing a comprehensive platform for cloud game streaming and core gaming on mobile devices, with a team comprised of experts from tech giants like Google, Meta, and Microsoft. The company's competitive edge lies in its ability to support a wide range of gaming options, from mobile-native iOS games to next-gen console exclusives, and even offering direct support for Remote Play & Steam Link for those who own a console or PC. Backbone's inclusive and dynamic work culture, coupled with its commitment to technical advancement, makes it an ideal workplace for those seeking to shape the future of gaming.
Company Stage
Series A
Total Funding
$41M
Headquarters
Palo Alto, California
Founded
2018