Senior Video Standards Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 181,100 - 318,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and services

Educational expense reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cupertino is seeking a Video Standards Engineer to shape the future of multimedia technology. In this role, you will engage with international standards bodies, develop new multimedia standards, and advocate Apple's position. The ideal candidate should have expertise in video compression, excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong educational background in software engineering. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Expertise in video compression technologies like MPEG-4 AVC, HEVC, VVC.
• Able to refine and propose new multimedia standards.
• Experience in standardization processes and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Represent Apple in international standards bodies.
• Develop and advocate for multimedia standards.
• Collaborate across teams to enhance Apple's multimedia initiatives.

Skills

Knowledgeable in video compression

Good knowledge of international standards

Ability to develop and analyze algorithms

Experienced in multimedia specifications

Familiar with software development tools

Proficient in software development

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

M.S. or higher in EE/CE/CS

Tools

Xcode

Git

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

Do you want to shape the future of technology and multimedia? Apple's Multimedia Engineering team is looking for a video standards engineer who will represent the voice of Apple Multimedia in standards bodies around the world. In this role, you will join a small team that is responsible for Apple's engagement with several standards developing organizations including Alliance for Open Media (AOM), ITU, MPEG, 3GPP, and others. You will investigate and develop new media technologies, collaborate with other teams within Apple in such development and then engage with these organizations for their standardization.

Description

As a video standards engineer, you will be a member of a team that represents Apple in the international standards' community. In this role you will be providing a clear position on our analysis of ongoing standards, refining and commenting on work in progress, proposing and driving to completion Apple's initiatives and, in general, steering the work to develop the field in line with Apple's vision and values. You may also represent Apple at standardization calls and meetings, integrating the feedback of the Apple community on the ongoing work and representing that at meetings. You will engage with various standards bodies, including the Alliance for Open Media, MPEG, 3GPP, ITU etc., and you will be involved in the development of new 2D and 3D multimedia standards. This position requires travel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in video compression and the multimedia field in general, including 3D visual information coding.
• Good knowledge of the development of international standards, especially those pertaining to video/multimedia compression. Experienced in developing sophisticated video compression technologies such as MPEG-4 AVC, HEVC, VVC, or AOMedia's AV1 and AV2 helpful. Track record of effective participation.
• Able to develop, analyze, propose and refine new algorithms and techniques; help develop Apple's intellectual property position with inventions and filings.
• Experienced in key multimedia specifications from AOM, ISO, ITU, SMPTE, etc.
• Familiar with software development tools including Xcode, Git etc.
• Proficient in practical software development and able to contribute to large codebases e.g. of reference software (C, C++).
• Excellent writing, speaking, presentation and other interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Awareness of the interaction of intellectual property and standards.
• Curiosity and interest in new technologies and ideas especially pertaining to multimedia.
• Excellent judgement and integrity with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Self-motivation and creative and critical thinking capabilities.
• The ability to prioritize, drive and supervise initiatives.
• M.S. or higher in EE/CE/CS with a focus in software engineering and or signal processing

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $181,100 and $318,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You’ll also receive benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• A range of discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses—including tuition—when evolving your career at Apple
• Possible discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation support

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.