Join an innovative project focused on developing an emotionally adaptive AI companion that leverages expressive animated eyes, conversational AI, and subtle embodied movement to deliver a real-time, persistent companionship experience. The system utilizes a smartphone as the core interface, paired with a motorized tracking dock to enable eye contact, orientation, and a sense of emotional presence. This role centers on designing and implementing emotionally expressive interaction systems, with a strong emphasis on believable, nuanced character behaviors rather than photorealism. You will collaborate closely with AI and backend teams to ensure seamless integration and a compelling user experience. Deliverables Design and implement expressive eye animation systems for real-time interaction Develop emotional state visualizations and gaze behaviors that enhance user engagement Create mobile interaction flows and lightweight companion character features in Unity for iOS Coordinate with AI/ba...