Software Engineer - Video Technology

Cosm Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosm Inc. is looking for a Video Software Engineer to develop and maintain their real-time video pipeline crucial for broadcasts and streaming services. The ideal candidate will engage in full lifecycle development, from architecture to operational support, and work with cutting-edge video technologies.

This role requires strong experience in C++ and Rust, with knowledge of cloud services like AWS and multimedia frameworks. Cosm values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging all qualified candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with cloud services like AWS.
• Knowledge of video codecs like HEVC.
• Experience in mission-critical software and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain real-time video pipeline.
• Collaborate within an agile team.
• Deliver on-call support to field teams when needed.

Skills

C++

Rust

AWS cloud services

GStreamer

HEVC video codecs

NVIDIA GPU ecosystem

Agile methodologies

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Windows 10/11

Linux

Job description

Cosm is a global technology company that brings experiences to life in immersive environments. We help our partners create spaces and content that blur the lines of real and virtual across three primary markets: Sports and Entertainment, Science and Education, and Parks and Attractions. Cosm was born from the fusion of some of the greatest innovators in the history of technology. Evans & Sutherland, Spitz, Inc., and Cosm Immersive combined forces to power the immersive experiences of the future as Cosm. Innovation is in our DNA.

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Summary

The Video Software Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining C360’s real-time video pipeline, which powers mission‑critical services for our broadcast, league, and streaming partners. This role contributes to the full lifecycle of a cutting‑edge video platform, from architecture and development through deployment and operational support, while working across the video processing stack, including real‑time image processing, accelerated decoding and encoding, and video transport technologies. The ideal candidate is a solutions‑oriented engineer who thrives in fast‑paced environments while maintaining a high standard of engineering excellence. They bring experience across the software development lifecycle, understand how to select the right technologies for the problem at hand, and ideally have familiarity with the sports, broadcast, streaming media, and cloud software industries. Success in this role requires strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively within an agile, cross‑functional engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within an agile team to build and deploy distributed, robust, low‑latency video pipelines for both on‑premises and cloud deployment.
• Participate in architectural, design, and product sessions
• Stay on top of industry trends and emerging technologies
• Exemplify excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to tailor technical communications to any audience deftly
• Push the limits, try new technologies, take calculated risks, swing for the fences, and proactively search for the best solutions and ideas in the marketplace
• Occasionally offer on‑call support to field teams (evenings and weekends)
• Accurately document work, both in code and schematic form

Experience

• BS degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical / Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or the equivalent.
• Experience with both Windows 10/11 64‑bit and Linux development environments
• Significant experience in C++ and Rust
• Knowledge of AWS cloud services/tooling and technology (S3, EC2, etc.)
• Knowledge of multimediaframeworks, such as GStreamer
• Knowledge of video codecs, with a main focus on HEVC, as well as an understanding of streaming technologies and transports (e.g., MPEG-TS, SRT, HLS, webRTC)
• Expertise in mission‑critical, high‑availability hardware/software
• Knowledge of NVIDIA GPU ecosystem, including CUDA and the NVIDIA Video Codec SDK
• Knowledge of SMPTE broadcast standards and technologies
• Experience working with agile methodologies
• Knowledge of best practices for code management, version control, and deployment
• You possess the ability to work autonomously, but also as part of a team.
• You can quickly shift work priorities to accommodate client needs.

Bonus Experience

• Experience with Python or C#
• Experience with MongoDB
• Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud‑based workflows
• Knowledge of AI/ML methods for video enhancement
• Knowledge of machine vision standards and transports
• Familiarity with ZMQ or other message bus (e.g., Kafka) software
• General knowledge of camera technology
• Knowledge of broadcast tools such as vector scopes, RCP/CCU
• Experience with OEM SDI output cards and APIs from AJA, Blackmagic Design, etc.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment. This requirement is in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local labor laws. Cosm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.