Video Codec Algorithm Modeling Engineer - Multimedia Lab

ByteDance; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 212,800 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid parental leave

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

ByteDance is on the lookout for a Video Codec Algorithm Modeling Engineer in San Jose, California. This role involves designing efficient video codec algorithms and working closely with cross-functional teams to develop hardware solutions that benefit billions of users.

The ideal candidate will possess a BS degree in a relevant field, alongside strong knowledge of video coding standards and experience in developing video processing algorithms in C/C++. Additional opportunities for growth and collaboration await at our innovative and fast-paced company.

Qualifications

• BS degree or above in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Solid experience in development of video/image signal processing algorithms in C/C++.
• Collaborative mindset, with solid written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop algorithms and C/C++ models for advanced video encoding.
• Support use of C/C++ models for architectural modeling and algorithm benchmarking.
• Collaborate with HW architecture and design team.

Skills

Knowledge in video coding standards (AVC/H.264, HEVC/H.265, AV1, VVC)

Development of video/image signal processing algorithms in C/C++

Collaborative mindset

Education

BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

C/C++

SystemC modeling

Job description

Responsibilities

Team Introduction

Our team is building industry leading, highly efficient and scalable video codec hardware solutions (FPGA and ASIC) from the ground up to better serve our billions of users. We are looking for strong video codec algorithm modeling engineers to design algorithms and C-model for advanced video encoding and processing implemented in dedicated hardware accelerators. The successful candidate will be part of a fast growing team that includes algorithm, architecture, software, firmware, and hardware design and verification experts with a dedication to technical excellence and a passion to build large-scale and high-performing video platforms and services.

• Design and develop algorithms and C/C++ models for advanced video encoding and processing for hardware implementation.
• Support use of C/C++ models for architectural modeling and algorithm benchmarking.
• Collaborate with the HW architecture and design team for optimal algorithm and architecture co-design.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree or above in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent fields.
• Strong knowledge in video coding standards (AVC/H.264, HEVC/H.265, AV1, and VVC etc.).
• Solid experience in the development of video/image signal processing algorithms in C/C++.
• Collaborative mindset, with solid written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in architecture design of video encoding and processing hardware accelerators.
• Experience in FW algorithm and architecture for video codecs.
• Experience in deep learning and neural-network based video processing algorithms and architecture.
• Experience with SystemC modeling and reference model development.

Reasonable Accommodation

ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request

Job Information

【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $212800 - $450000 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues.
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems.
3. Exercising sound judgment.