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About Backpack
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Welcome to Backpack, the only human-first 3D asset and ethical generative AI company! We are a bold and ambitious startup on a mission to revolutionize the AI landscape through our fair-compensation and ethical AI + 3D model marketplace. Generative AI is not only a point-of-inflection, with the right vision it can be a societal paradigm shift. We want to change the world by embracing AI, but with an intentional human-centered and human-machine collaborative approach. Furthermore, we envision a revolutionary new marketplace structure, where contributors get compensated for enriching the marketplace even if their high quality work doesn’t “sell”. We are part of a movement that tears down the ivory towers and gate-keeping of big companies who keep profits to themselves without sharing it with those who enrich them. Join the movement. Join the revolution. Join Backpack – a digital asset marketplace of the people, for the people, by the people.
Backpack provides high-quality 3D models for everyone, from gaming and virtual reality to product design and architecture. As a young and non-mainstream company, we embrace a culture of flexibility and adaptability, but most importantly, a vision of human capacity that is ethically sourced. Our team members wear many hats, contributing their unique skills and perspectives to drive our vision forward. We all contribute to each other’s growth no matter what part of the company you are in.
At Backpack, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters creativity. We know you may not have all the ‘qualifications’ or ‘experience’ as outlined in the postings below, but if you are willing to learn, shoot us a message! We hire for potential.
If you’re excited about being part of a pioneering team and making a real, paradigm-shifting impact, Backpack is the place for you.
Together, we’ll change the world.
Careers
Be part of our innovative team and shape the future of 3D assets and ethical AI. We value and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We provide equal opportunities for growth and development for everyone in Backpack.
We'd love to hear from you! Shoot us an email with a compelling cover letter (describing why you are interested in joining the team), your CV, and links to relevant projects.
JedAI Master
We are looking for a passionate engineer and leader with a highly-curious, optimistic, and growth-minded mentality about the future of technology and our reality. Most importantly, we are looking for those that believe that the future of humans and technology should be complementary and ethical. Backpack 3D is only the beginning.
About the role
Develop technical vision, long-term strategy and set direction for your team and the organization.
Drive execution of developing multimodal models and systems that are crucial to the end user experience.
Communicate, collaborate, and build relationships with clients, other industries, peer teams to facilitate cross-functional projects.
What we're looking for
Join our design team and help shape the future of 3D assets and AI.
Deep experience with Python
Hands-on experience in PyTorch and other machine learning frameworks
Hands-on experience with diffusion, transformers and multimodal modeling.
Experience building AI workflows using cloud services such as HuggingFace, Azure, Google Cloud, AWS, etc.
Hands-on experience with text-to-3D models
Experience in safety and ethical aspects of AI.
Strong desire to change the world ethically.
A drive for real world impact, demonstrated by a passion to build and release prototypes.
Track-record of high-impact project(s).
Demonstrated track record of project and team leadership, and excellent management skills
A team player mindset, characterized by effective communication, collaboration, and feedback skills.
Demonstrable ability to define an ambitious and original research agenda.
Has a creative outlet pursued in free-time or for work.
Kind, easy-going, approachable.
Intergalactic Cartographer of Digital Commerce
We’re looking for a seasoned web developer and leader to join the web-dev team.
About the role
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable front-end code.
Implement responsive designs and ensure compatibility across different browsers and devices.
Work with back-end technologies such as Node.js, Python, Ruby, or Java to build robust APIs and integrate front-end components.
Create and optimize database schemas.
What we're looking for
Join our design team and help shape the future of 3D assets and AI.
Proven experience as a Full Stack Engineer or similar role.
Strong proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, etc.).
Experience with back-end technologies (Node.js, Python, Ruby, Java, etc.).
Experience with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
Experience in building and deploying e-commerce websites
Experience with 3D implementations for the web (e.g., WebGL).
Understanding of security best practices for web applications.
Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
Creative perspective on marketplace web development.
Strong desire to change the world ethically.
A drive for real world impact, demonstrated by a passion to build and release prototypes.Track-record of complex and large-scale project(s).
Demonstrated track record of project and team leadership, and excellent management skills.
A team player mindset, characterized by effective communication, collaboration, and feedback skills.
Sees problems as puzzles with a strong desire to solve them.
Has a creative outlet pursued in free-time or for work.
Kind, easy-going, approachable.
Mesh Skywalker
We are seeking a highly skilled 3D Modeler, programmer, and leader with experience in 3D modeling software, game engines, Python, and Javascript APIs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in 3D modeling, a deep understanding of standardized formats like glTF and USDZ, and an interest for the spatial web.
About the role
Create, optimize, and maintain high-quality 3D models for various applications.
Work with Unity and Unreal Engine to integrate 3D models into interactive environments.
Develop and implement WebGL and WebGPU solutions for web-based 3D applications.
Utilize Python for scripting, automation, and plugins.
Ensure models are compatible with standardized formats such as glTF and USDZ.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement new features.
What we're looking for
Join our design team and help shape the future of 3D assets and AI.
Proven experience as a 3D Modeler or similar role.
Strong proficiency in 3D modeling software (e.g., Blender, Maya, 3ds Max).
Experience with Unity and Unreal Engine.
Knowledge of WebGL and WebGPU.
Strong desire to change the world ethically.
A team player mindset, characterized by effective communication, collaboration, and feedback skills.
Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
Proficiency in Python for scripting and automation.
Strong knowledge of standardized formats like glTF, GLB, USDZ, and others.
Has a creative outlet pursued in free-time or for work
Kind, easy-going, approachable