Video Codec Algorithm Engineer - Multimedia Lab
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- San Diego
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
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- Category
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- Posted
Skills
Must have
- MS or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- In-depth knowledge of video coding standards (e.g., HEVC/H.265, AV1, H.266/VVC), reference softwares (e.g., , ECM, x265, VVEnc) or AI-based codec systems
- Strong programming, debugging, and optimization skills in C/C++ or other general-purpose programming languages
Nice to have
- Experience in developing video applications such as live streaming, video conferencing, or offline transcoding
- Hands-on experience with software codec development
- Background in international standardization efforts
- Familiarity with SIMD/NEON optimization and multi-threaded programming
- Strong understanding of business needs and the ability to align technical solutions with product and market goals
Full description
As part of a technology-driven company, our Multimedia Lab focuses on core R&D for multimedia content such as audio, video, point clouds, and meshes.
We are contributors to international standardization efforts and have built comprehensive capabilities across algorithm design, system implementation, and hardware-software co-optimization.
Our work centers on key areas such as content generation, analysis, compression, processing, transmission, and interaction. We consistently deliver high-quality, practical, and scalable solutions that support diverse business innovations. Alongside our commitment to efficient and reliable technology delivery, we invest heavily in foundational research—exploring fundamental algorithms, large models, and next-generation standards to build sustainable, forward-looking technical competitiveness.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop cutting-edge algorithms to maximize compression efficiency
- Optimize codec performance through low-level and system-level enhancements
- Push the boundaries of state-of-the-art video coding technologies to deliver superior visual quality
- Conduct research and development on AI-powered codecs, including end-to-end image/video compression systems
Minimum Qualifications:
- MS or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- In-depth knowledge of video coding standards (e.g., HEVC/H.265, AV1, H.266/VVC), reference softwares (e.g., , ECM, x265, VVEnc) or AI-based codec systems
- Strong programming, debugging, and optimization skills in C/C++ or other general-purpose programming languages
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in developing video applications such as live streaming, video conferencing, or offline transcoding
- Hands-on experience with software codec development
- Background in international standardization efforts
- Familiarity with SIMD/NEON optimization and multi-threaded programming
- Strong understanding of business needs and the ability to align technical solutions with product and market goals