ByteDance
Video Codec Algorithm Engineer - Multimedia Lab
San Diego, California · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Education
- MS or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
About the job
Develop video codec algorithms and optimize coding systems for compression efficiency and visual quality, including AI-powered image and video compression.
What you'll do
- Design algorithms to improve compression efficiency and optimize codec performance at low and system levels.
- Advance video coding technologies to improve visual quality.
- Research and develop AI-powered codecs, including end-to-end image/video compression systems.
What they ask for
- MS or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- In-depth knowledge of video coding standards, reference software, or AI-based codec systems.
- Strong programming, debugging, and optimization skills in C/C++ or other general-purpose programming languages.
Nice to have
- Experience developing video applications or software codecs; background in international standardization.
- Familiarity with SIMD/NEON optimization and multi-threaded programming; ability to align technical solutions with business and product goals.
Tools
HEVC/H.265, AV1, H.266/VVC, ECM, x265, VVEnc, C/C++, SIMD/NEON
AI focus
Research and develop AI-powered codecs, including end-to-end image/video compression systems.
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