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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Staff Research Engineer, 3D Gaussian Splatting About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team's innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world's leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology. Position Overview: As a Senior Staff Research Engineer in the Advanced Media Lab, you will serve as the technical owner for our 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) coding direction. You will set research direction with cross-team impact, turning 3DGS coding ideas into reproducible evidence, standards-ready proposals (as applicable), and patentable inventions. This role is hands-on and execution-driven, bridging research and implementation to deliver measurable gains in compression efficiency, quality, and runtime complexity. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Staff Research Engineer in 3D Gaussian Splatting, you will: Own 3DGS coding technical direction end-to-end, from research framing to reproducible prototypes and proposal-ready evidence. Design and evaluate novel coding tools for 3DGS representations (e.g., geometry/attribute representation, parameter quantization, entropy modeling, structure/cluster coding, streaming and progressive refinement). Establish rigorous experimental methodology and benchmarking (rate-distortion, quality metrics, complexity/latency/memory), including ablations and reproducibility practices. Collaborate cross-team to remove blockers, integrate tool interactions, and improve shared infrastructure (pipelines, scripts, datasets, configurations, regression tests). Drive external-facing technical output as needed: author technical proposals, defend results, and align test conditions/baselines with partners or standards groups. Invent and develop patentable solutions that improve efficiency and/or complexity, and support the full IP process - from invention disclosure through filing. Mentor and multiply team output through code reviews, technical coaching, and onboarding others to 3DGS coding methodology and best practices. Qualifications: Minimum: M.S. (EE/CS or related) with 7+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in compression, 3D/graphics/vision, and/or learned representations. Prior delegate or active contributor experience in MPEG, with focus on immersive media and/or 3D representation coding. Deep understanding of compression fundamentals and strong expertise in at least one of: 3D representations, neural rendering, point clouds, or view synthesis pipelines. Hands-on experience with MPEG V-PCC and/or G-PCC implementations and/or tool development. Proven ability to act as an architect/tech stack owner: make sound technical decisions, set direction, and drive execution through measurable outcomes. Strong implementation skills: C/C++ for performance-critical prototypes and pipelines; Python for experimentation is a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to represent the company in standards meetings and industry events. Track record of technical impact through peer-reviewed publications, patents, and/or standards contributions. Preferred: Ph.D. (EE/CS or related) with 7+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in compression, 3D/graphics/vision, and/or learned representations. Hands-on experience in point cloud / volumetric / neural representation coding workflows and evaluation (datasets, metrics, streaming constraints). Familiarity with the patent filing process and collaborating with patent attorneys. What else you should know Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on: 401(K) matching We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that's available on day one. Free healthcare plans Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable. Free Food Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea. Unlimited Paid Time Off Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave. On-campus gym Unwind, reduce stress and feel great - even when you're at work. Other benefits, too long to list Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered. What Now? What are you waiting for? We hope you will click on the link and forward your credentials to us today. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Powered by JazzHR HelEpKW5qR

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPrincipal Research Engineer, Video Compression About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team's innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world's leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology. Position Overview: As a Principal Research Engineer in the Advanced Media Lab, you will provide technical leadership in video compression with a focus on video coding standardization. You will define and drive high-impact technical directions from research framing to prototyping and rigorous evidence, translating innovations into standards-ready proposals and patentable inventions. This role is hands-on and implementation-oriented, partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external collaborators to deliver reproducible results and measurable impact. Key Responsibilities: As a Principal Research Engineer in video compression, you will: Conduct advanced research in video compression, with a focus on video coding standardization. Lead and coordinate technical initiatives across the team to remove blockers, manage tool interactions, and strengthen shared infrastructure (e.g., testing pipelines, scripts, datasets, and configurations). Communicate research findings and technical insights to clients, partners, and industry audiences, representing the company's expertise in video compression. Drive standards contributions by authoring technical proposals, defending results, and working with delegates/partners to align test conditions, baselines, and conclusions. Invent and develop patentable solutions that improve compression efficiency and/or complexity, and support the full IP process- from invention disclosure through filing. Mentor and develop team capabilities through technical coaching, code reviews, and raising the bar on evaluation methodology and best practices. Qualifications: Minimum: Ph.D. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in video compression. Prior delegate or active contributor experience in video coding standardization bodies, including JVET, MPEG, or AOM. Deep expertise in video compression with a proven record of technical leadership and sustained impact (e.g., standards contributions, patents, publications). Solid understanding of at least one modern video coding standard, including HEVC/H.265, VP9, VVC/H.266, AV1, AV2, or ECM. Proven ability to set technical direction, make sound architectural decisions, and drive execution through measurable outcomes. Strong video codec software implementation skills: excellent C/C++ development capability for codec research prototypes and/or production software. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to represent the company in standards meetings and industry events. Track record of technical impact through peer-reviewed publications, patents, and/or standards contributions. Preferred: Hands-on experience in multiple video coding tool areas, including intra prediction, inter prediction, transform/quantization, in-loop filtering, and high-level syntax. Demonstrated leadership in high-level syntax and normative text contribution for video coding standards. Familiarity with the patent filing process and collaborating with patent attorneys. Leadership experience in video coding standardization bodies (e.g., JVET, MPEG, or AOM), including roles such as CE/EE/AHG/WG Chair, Editor, or Software Coordinator. What else you should know Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on: 401(K) matching We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that's available on day one. Free healthcare plans Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable. Free Food Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea. Unlimited Paid Time Off Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave. On-campus gym Unwind, reduce stress and feel great - even when you're at work. Other benefits, too long to list Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered. What Now? What are you waiting for? We hope you will click on the link and forward your credentials to us today. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Powered by JazzHR h6fHwyyuzD

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Research Engineer, Video Compression About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team's innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world's leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology. Position Overview: As a Senior Research Engineer in the Advanced Media Lab, you will conduct advanced research and development in video compression with a focus on video coding standardization. You will take ownership of key technical topics from idea to prototype to evidence, helping translate research into standards-ready proposals and patentable inventions. This role is hands-on and implementation-heavy, working closely with internal teammates and external partners to deliver reproducible results and measurable impact. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Research Engineer in video compression, you will: Conduct advanced research in video compression, with a focus on video coding standardization. Collaborate within the team to remove blockers, integrate tool interactions, and improve shared infrastructure (e.g., testing pipelines, scripts, datasets, and configurations). Communicate research findings and technical insights to clients, partners, and industry audiences, representing the company's expertise in video compression. Drive standards contributions by authoring technical proposals, defending results, and working with delegates/partners to align test conditions, baselines, and conclusions. Invent and develop patentable solutions that improve compression efficiency and/or complexity, and support the full IP process- from invention disclosure through filing. Mentor and support junior teammates through code reviews, interview participation, technical discussions, and onboarding to evaluation methodology and best practices. Qualifications: Minimum: M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 6+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in video compression, respectively. Solid understanding of at least one modern video coding standard, including HEVC/H.265, VP9, VVC/H.266, AV1, AV2, or ECM. Proven ability in video codec software implementation: strong C/C++ development skills for codec research prototypes and/or production software. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to represent the company in standards meetings and industry events. Track record of technical impact through peer-reviewed publications, patents, and/or standards contributions. Preferred: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 2+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in video compression, respectively. Prior delegate or active contributor experience in video coding standardization bodies, including JVET, MPEG, or AOM. Hands-on experience in one or more video coding tool areas, including intra prediction, inter prediction, transform/quantization, in-loop filtering, and high-level syntax. Familiarity with the patent filing process and collaborating with patent attorneys. What else you should know Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on: 401(K) matching We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that's available on day one. Free healthcare plans Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable. Free Food Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea. Unlimited Paid Time Off Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave. On-campus gym Unwind, reduce stress and feel great - even when you're at work. Other benefits, too long to list Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered. What Now? What are you waiting for? We hope you will click on the link and forward your credentials to us today. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Powered by JazzHR MlQQo2DXqx

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPrincipal Research Engineer, 3D Gaussian Splatting About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team's innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world's leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology. Position Overview: As a Principal Research Engineer in the Advanced Media Lab, you will provide technical leadership in 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) coding for immersive media. You will define and drive high-impact technical directions from research framing to reproducible prototypes and rigorous evidence, translating innovations into standards-ready proposals and patentable inventions. This role is hands-on and implementation-aware, working closely with cross-functional stakeholders and external partners to deliver measurable gains in compression efficiency, quality, and complexity. Key Responsibilities: As a Principal Research Engineer in 3D Gaussian Splatting, you will: Define and drive high-impact 3DGS coding directions, setting technical priorities across multiple workstreams and aligning execution across the team. Lead end-to-end design and evaluation of coding approaches for 3DGS representations (e.g., representation design, parameterization, quantization, entropy/context modeling, progressive transmission, complexity reduction), including tool interactions and system-level tradeoffs. Establish and enforce rigorous experimental methodology and benchmarking (rate-distortion, quality metrics, complexity/latency/memory), including ablations, cross-check readiness, and reproducibility standards. Drive external-facing technical output: author and shape proposals, defend results, and align test conditions/baselines with collaborators and standards bodies as needed. Invent and develop patentable solutions that improve efficiency and/or complexity, and support the full IP process - from invention disclosure through filing. Mentor and develop team capabilities through technical coaching, code reviews, and raising the bar on research/engineering best practices. Improve shared infrastructure and baselines (pipelines, scripts, datasets, configs, regression testing) to increase reliability and velocity across 3DGS coding research. Qualifications: Minimum: M.S. (EE/CS or related) with 10+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in compression, immersive media, 3D/graphics/vision, and/or learned representations. Prior delegate, editor, AHG/CE/JEE chair, or sustained active contributor experience in MPEG immersive media and/or 3D representation coding. Deep understanding of compression fundamentals and strong expertise in at least one of: 3D representations, neural rendering, point clouds, or view synthesis pipelines, or learned representation coding. Hands-on experience with MPEG V-PCC and/or G-PCC implementations and/or tool development. Proven ability to set technical direction, make sound architectural decisions, and drive execution through measurable outcomes. Strong implementation skills: C/C++ for performance-critical prototypes and pipelines; Python for experimentation is a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to represent the company in standards meetings and industry events. Track record of technical impact through peer-reviewed publications, patents, and/or standards contributions. Preferred: Ph.D. (EE/CS or related) with 10+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in compression, immersive media, 3D/graphics/vision, and/or learned representations. Hands-on experience in point cloud / volumetric / neural representation coding workflows and evaluation (datasets, metrics, streaming constraints). Experience driving industry-facing integration or enablement (e.g., reference pipelines, reproducible tooling, or deployment-oriented performance work). Familiarity with the patent filing process and collaborating with patent attorneys. What else you should know Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on: 401(K) matching We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that's available on day one. Free healthcare plans Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable. Free Food Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea. Unlimited Paid Time Off Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave. On-campus gym Unwind, reduce stress and feel great - even when you're at work. Other benefits, too long to list Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered. What Now? What are you waiting for? We hope you will click on the link and forward your credentials to us today. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Powered by JazzHR E5y8OiQp6Q

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Staff Research Engineer, Neural Network Video Coding About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team's innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world's leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology. Position Overview: As a Senior Staff Research Engineer in the Advanced Media Lab, you will serve as the tech stack owner for our neural network-based video coding (NNVC) efforts and lead related standardization activities. You will set the research direction with cross-team impact, turning neural coding ideas into reproducible evidence, standards-ready proposals, and patentable inventions. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Staff Research Engineer in NNVC, you will: Own NNVC technical direction end-to-end, from research framing to standards-ready proposals. Collaborate cross-team to remove blockers, integrate tool interactions, and improve shared infrastructure (e.g., testing pipelines, scripts, datasets, and configurations). Communicate research findings and technical insights to clients, partners, and industry audiences, representing the company's expertise in video compression. Drive standards contributions by authoring technical proposals, defending results, and working with delegates/partners to align test conditions, baselines, and conclusions. Invent and develop patentable solutions that improve compression efficiency and/or complexity, and support the full IP process- from invention disclosure through filing. Implement and optimize GPU-accelerated training and/or inference workflows for NNVC tools, including profiling and performance tuning for latency, throughput, and memory. Mentor and multiply team output through code reviews, technical coaching, interview participation, and onboarding others to NNVC methodology and best practices. Qualifications: Minimum: M.S. (EE/CS or related) with 7+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in video compression and/or NNVC. Prior delegate or active contributor experience in video coding standardization bodies, including JVET, MPEG, or AOM. Deep expertise in video compression plus strong capability in machine learning for vision/video (model design, training, evaluation, and failure analysis). Solid understanding of at least one modern video coding standard, including HEVC/H.265, VP9, VVC/H.266, AV1, AV2, or ECM. Proven ability to act as an architect/tech stack owner: make sound technical decisions, set direction, and drive execution through measurable outcomes. Strong implementation skills across the stack: PyTorch (or equivalent) for training/inference workflows and C/C++ for codec prototyping and/or production integration. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to represent the company in standards meetings and industry events. Track record of technical impact through peer-reviewed publications, patents, and/or standards contributions. Preferred: Ph.D. (EE/CS or related) with 7+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in video compression and/or NNVC. Hands-on experience in one or more video coding tool areas, including neural in-loop filtering, neural prediction, learned transforms, or end-to-end neural video compression. Hands-on experience with GPU acceleration, including performance tuning and deployment considerations. Familiarity with the patent filing process and collaborating with patent attorneys. What else you should know Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on: 401(K) matching We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that's available on day one. Free healthcare plans Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable. Free Food Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea. Unlimited Paid Time Off Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave. On-campus gym Unwind, reduce stress and feel great - even when you're at work. Other benefits, too long to list Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered. What Now? What are you waiting for? We hope you will click on the link and forward your credentials to us today. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Powered by JazzHR dGi6KAV8P1

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Staff Software Engineer, 3DGS Enablement (SDK) About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team's innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world's leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology. Position Overview: As a Senior Staff Software Engineer in the Advanced Media Lab, you will drive industry enablement for 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) by productizing 3DGS into a developer-friendly SDK and integrating it with MPEG V-PCC and/or G-PCC workflows and widely used open-source multimedia frameworks (e.g., FFmpeg). You will bridge research and product engineering- working closely with researchers to translate ideas into robust, performant, and maintainable software that can be adopted in real-world products. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Staff Software Engineer in 3DGS enablement, you will: Design and build a 3DGS SDK (APIs, modular architecture, documentation, examples) that enables downstream teams and customers to integrate 3DGS capabilities reliably. Implement and integrate pipelines that combine 3DGS with V-PCC/G-PCC coding/decoding workflows, including tool interactions and system-level tradeoffs. Integrate the SDK and related components into industry-standard open-source multimedia frameworks (e.g., FFmpeg) and/or reference pipelines, with production-grade engineering rigor. Develop and optimize performance-critical components in C/C++, including profiling and tuning for latency, throughput, and memory. Build robust testing and release infrastructure for the SDK (unit/integration tests, regression baselines, CI, versioning, packaging, and reproducible builds). Collaborate closely with research engineers to clarify requirements, evaluate feasibility, and translate research prototypes into stable, maintainable implementations. Drive software quality through clean interfaces, code reviews, coding standards, and clear documentation. Qualifications: Minimum: B.S. (EE/CS or related) with significant hands-on software engineering experience; level will be determined based on qualifications (Senior/Staff/Senior Staff). Strong C/C++ development skills with proven experience delivering production-quality multimedia and/or graphics/3D software. Hands-on experience implementing 3DGS (e.g., representation, rendering/reconstruction pipeline, parameter processing, or compression-adjacent work). Hands-on experience integrating media processing tools into ffmpeg or other open-source multimedia framework (beyond usage - product integration experience required). Solid working knowledge of MPEG V-PCC and/or G-PCC, including practical understanding of toolsets and coding workflows. Solid working knowledge of at least one modern video coding standards : HEVC, AV1, or VVC. Proven experience building and shipping SDKs (API design, packaging, versioning, documentation, sample apps, and long-term maintenance). Strong debugging and performance optimization skills (profiling, bottleneck analysis, memory/performance tradeoffs). Strong communication skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively with researchers and cross-functional engineering teams. Preferred: M.S. or Ph.D. (EE/CS or related) with significant hands-on software engineering experience; level will be determined based on qualifications (Senior/Staff/Senior Staff) Experience with CI/reproducibility infrastructure for multimedia pipelines (reference baselines, regression tests, dataset/config management). Prior contributions to major open-source projects (FFmpeg or similar) and familiarity with upstreaming practices. Proficiency in Metal (MSL), Vulkan, or DirectX 12, specifically with Compute Shaders. Familiar with Swift & C++ interoperability and SIMD optimization. Working knowledge of video streaming protocols (e.g., HLS, DASH, WebRTC). What else you should know Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on: 401(K) matching We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that's available on day one. Free healthcare plans Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable. Free Food Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea. Unlimited Paid Time Off Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave. On-campus gym Unwind, reduce stress and feel great - even when you're at work. Other benefits, too long to list Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered. What Now? What are you waiting for? We hope you will click on the link and forward your credentials to us today. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSenior Software Engineer, Video Compression About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team's innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world's leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology. Position Overview: As a Senior Software Engineer in the Advanced Media Lab, you will enable research engineers across levels to turn research ideas into working prototypes and high-quality software implementations. You will provide hands-on C/C++ engineering leadership for video codec software development, helping translate concepts into reproducible experiments, efficient implementations, and robust tooling. This role is highly implementation-focused and collaborative, working closely with researchers and external partners to deliver measurable performance and quality improvements. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Software Engineer in video compression, you will: Partner with research engineers across levels to implement and validate video compression ideas, delivering reproducible prototypes and integration-ready code Design, implement, and optimize video codec software components with strong engineering rigor (correctness, performance, maintainability, and testability). Provide software implementation guidance and technical reviews (architecture, coding style, performance trade-offs), helping unblock research execution and improve delivery velocity. Build and improve shared infrastructure (e.g., testing pipelines, scripts, datasets, configurations, regression tests, profiling tools) to scale team experimentation and quality. Integrate and profile tool interactions, ensuring stable baselines and reliable comparisons across experiments and platforms. Communicate technical findings and implementation insights to internal stakeholders and, when needed, to clients/partners and industry audiences. Mentor and support teammates through code reviews, interview participation, technical discussions, and onboarding to engineering best practices. Qualifications: Minimum: Ph.D. or M.S. (EE/CS or related) with 2+ and 6+ years of relevant research and/or product experience in video compression, respectively. Experience with standards reference software, conformance/bitstream compliance, and maintaining stable experimental baselines. Solid understanding of at least one modern video coding standard, including HEVC/H.265, VP9, VVC/H.266, AV1, AV2, or ECM. Expert-level C/C++ skills, with strong debugging, profiling, and performance optimization capability. Proven experience developing video codec software, including hands-on development of software video encoders (e.g., encoder architecture, tool integration, rate control, performance optimization, or real-time pipelines). Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with researchers and cross-functional partners. Track record of technical impact through high-quality software delivery, performance improvements, and/or widely used internal tooling. Preferred: Hands-on implementation experience in one or more coding tool areas (e.g., intra/inter prediction, transform/quantization, in-loop filtering, entropy coding, high-level syntax). Experience with performance portability and optimization (SIMD, multithreading, and platform-aware profiling). Familiarity with IP generation workflows and supporting patent filings (e.g., evidence generation, documentation, and collaboration with patent counsel). What else you should know Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on: 401(K) matching We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that's available on day one. Free healthcare plans Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable. Free Food Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea. Unlimited Paid Time Off Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave. On-campus gym Unwind, reduce stress and feel great - even when you're at work. Other benefits, too long to list Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered. What Now? What are you waiting for? We hope you will click on the link and forward your credentials to us today. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Powered by JazzHR Wm5YePGWFi