Multimedia Open Source Software Developer (Remote/Anywhere)

Collabora; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the open-source field is seeking a Multimedia Open Source Software Developer. The role involves working on innovative projects that leverage cutting-edge multimedia technologies, fostering collaboration in a remote setting. Ideal candidates are proficient in C/C++, have strong knowledge of multimedia networking, and are passionate about open-source software development.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C/C++ and object-oriented design.
• Experience with frameworks like GStreamer and codecs such as MPEG.
• Familiarity with programming for multimedia networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers on projects across different market segments.
• Design new V4L2 codec APIs and implement the userspace part as a GStreamer plugin.
• Develop a build system to customize GStreamer for specific applications.

Skills

Understanding of software and programming concepts

Knowledge of multimedia technologies

Knowledge of multimedia networking technologies

Job description

Multimedia Open Source Software Developer (Remote/Anywhere)

Pay: Competitive

Location: Cambridge/England

Employment type: Other

Job Description

• Req#: 2039ccce-4c84-45ac-94f0-a0103b22a258

Collabora is seeking a remote Open Source Software Developer to join its Multimedia team. Are you passionate about Multimedia, Linux, and Open Source Software? Do you strive for technical excellence and seek opportunities to learn and develop? Are you looking for a flexible remote work opportunity? If so, this might be the perfect job for you!

What you can expect to work on

As a consultant, you will assist our customers on various projects across different market segments. Examples of recent projects include:

• Designing new V4L2 stateless codec APIs in the Linux kernel and implementing the userspace part as a GStreamer plugin
• Developing a build system to customize GStreamer for specific applications, minimizing memory footprint and usage
• Building an open-source, SRT-based system to stream video from cameras on drones and robots

Must Haves

• Understanding of software and programming concepts, including C/C++, object-oriented design
• Knowledge of multimedia technologies such as frameworks (GStreamer, StageFright, Video4Linux2, libcamera, VLC), containers, and codecs (MPEG, Xiph, DVB, IETF)
• Knowledge of multimedia networking technologies and transmission protocols (RTP, RTSP, WebRTC, MPEG-DASH, HLS)

Great to Haves

• Knowledge of open-source development methodologies and active participation in the open-source community
• Contributions to relevant open-source projects or Linux kernel components

Desired Personal Skills

• Self-motivated and self-learner
• Good interpersonal skills and English proficiency (verbal and written)
• Ability to work in a distributed online environment

Who are we?

Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of open-source technologies and methodologies. We provide consulting services that bring companies and the open-source community together. Our team, distributed across over 25 countries, has deep expertise in system integration, Linux kernel, graphics, multimedia, web engines, and communications, serving various market verticals.

We are committed to sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration for the advancement of humanity.

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