Researcher in Video Coding

Ericsson AB; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson AB in Stockholm, Sweden seeks researchers to develop next‑generation video coding techniques for the AI‑enabled 6G era. The role focuses on inventing and implementing tools that increase efficiency, robustness, and flexibility in video standards, contributing to global standardization efforts and publications.

The position offers collaboration with top international researchers, mentoring, and opportunities to influence technology shaping billions of devices and future media experiences.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in a relevant technical field.
• Strong coding in C++/Python.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Invent novel video coding tools using signal processing and neural approaches to improve efficiency and robustness.
• Implement inventions in software (C++/Python) and run large-scale evaluations.
• Contribute to video coding standardization (JVET/MPEG) and publish patents/publications.
• Collaborate with Ericsson researchers, engineers, and external experts worldwide.
• Work in a dynamic team with learning opportunities and increasing responsibilities.

Skills

C++

Python

Research

Problem solving

Communication

Education

M.Sc.

Ph.D.

Tools

Git

Linux

Job description

Grow with us

About the Opportunity

Ericsson is Europe's leading network technology company and a global pioneer shaping the 6G era. Our 6G vision will transform business and society in the 2030s through secure, efficient, and sustainable communications.

Video already accounts for 75% of mobile data traffic. In an AI‑enabled world of immersive experiences, digital twins, autonomous systems, and generative media, advanced video coding is indispensable. To deliver these services on a global scale, video compression and standards must keep advancing in efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability.

Join our international team of world‑class researchers at the forefront of both advanced signal processing and neural network‑based compression. You will invent, implement, and evaluate algorithms that power next‑generation video coding standards shaping the technology stack of 6G and AI‑native media.

What You Will Do

• Invent novel video coding tools (signal processing and neural approaches) to improve video coding performance and efficiency as well as invent ways to increase robustness and flexibility of video coding standards.
• Implement inventions in software (C++/Python) and run large‑scale evaluations.
• Contribute to global video coding standardization such as JVET/MPEG, author patents and publications.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers across Ericsson as well as leading industry and academia experts globally.
• Be working in a dynamic team with opportunities for learning, taking on new responsibilities, impacting ways of working, and much more.

The Skills You Bring

• Hold an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in a relevant technical field.
• Are exceptional problem solvers with a passion for innovation.
• Write high‑quality, efficient code and are strong in C++ and/or Python.
• Are curious, collaborative, and able to communicate complex ideas clearly.

Nice to have

• Experience in video coding and processing.
• Experience in signal processing and neural networks applied to compression or video processing.
• Familiarity with standards such as H.265/HEVC and H.266/VVC.
• Contributions to standardization, publications, or talks at conferences/industry events.

Why join Ericsson

• Be part of Europe's leading tech company at the forefront of 6G and global standards.
• Work with a top‑tier international research team and have your work validated and recognized on the world stage.
• Have a real impact at scale with your innovations targeting billions of devices and a large share of global data traffic.
• Grow in a dynamic environment with strong mentorship, learning opportunities, and real impact.
• Perform at your best, enabled by a healthy work‑life balance and a commitment to long‑term, sustainable progress.

Location: Stockholm, Sweden. For exceptional candidates other locations may be considered.

How to apply

Send your application and describe how your experience and skills will advance state‑of‑the‑art video coding for the AI‑enabled 6G world.

What happens once you apply? We encourage you to consider applying to jobs where you might not meet all the criteria. We recognize that we all have transferrable skills, and we can support you with the skills that you need to develop.

Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more.