Machine Learning for Video Compression - Principal Scientist

$211,900 - $317,900/Yr

Qualcomm - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Diego, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

Qualcomm's Multimedia R&D and Standards Group is seeking a Principal Scientist for Video Compression Research. This role involves developing algorithms and systems that leverage classical and machine learning methods for video compression and processing. The successful candidate will contribute to innovative applications of Neural Networks in video compression, enhancing state-of-the-art video codecs, and representing Qualcomm in standardization forums.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the conception, development, implementation, and optimization of new Neural Networks based algorithms for improved video compression.
• Represent Qualcomm in standardization forums such as JVET, MPEG Video, and ITU-T/VCEG.
• Document and present new algorithms and implementations through standards contributions, patent applications, and publications.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or similar fields.
• 10+ years of experience with programming languages such as C, C++, MATLAB, etc.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C/C++ with knowledge of machine learning frameworks like PyTorch.
• Experience in video compression standards such as VVC/H.266 or HEVC/H.265.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Neural Networks based data compression.
• Track record of successful research accomplishments demonstrated through published papers or patent applications in machine learning applications to image or video compression.

Benefits

• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity for annual RSU grants
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support work-life balance