Edge AI Vision Software Engineer - Video Codecs & Embedded

AMC OU Ambarella Corp; Ohio; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambarella Dayton, Ohio, is seeking an experienced software engineer to develop and optimize video codec algorithms for edge AI cameras and devices. You will collaborate across teams to enhance real‑time codecs and firmware for silicon platforms.

The ideal candidate has 1–5 years of embedded software experience, strong C/C++ skills, and familiarity with H.264/HEVC/AV1 standards, with a focus on performance and low latency.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C and C++ with hands-on embedded development.
• Experience with real-time software for hardware codecs.
• Familiarity with H.264/H.265/HEVC or AV1 standards.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools to improve software workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize video codec algorithms focused on video quality, low latency, and hardware efficiency.
• Implement and maintain reference codec models.
• Collaborate on silicon architecture modeling and hardware/software co-design.
• Develop silicon verification and diagnostic tools.
• Design and maintain real-time product firmware.
• Implement and tune software rate control algorithms.
• Work with engineering teams to integrate and validate codec solutions.

Skills

C and C++ programming

Embedded software development

Video compression standards

Problem solving & debugging

AI-assisted development tools

Job description

Ambarella Dayton, Ohio, is seeking an experienced software engineer to develop and optimize video codec algorithms for edge AI cameras and devices. You will collaborate across teams to enhance real‑time codecs and firmware for silicon platforms.

The ideal candidate has 1–5 years of embedded software experience, strong C/C++ skills, and familiarity with H.264/HEVC/AV1 standards, with a focus on performance and low latency.