Video Codec Machine Learning Engineer
Apple
Full-time
On-site
Cupertino, California, United States
AI and Machine Learning
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The Audio and Media Technologies (AMT) team, at the heart of Apple’s innovative products such as iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, AirPods, HomePods, Apple TVs, and Vision Pros, is seeking a highly skilled video codec machine learning engineer. Joining a small, dynamic team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping future video coding standards and driving the development of innovative video compression and processing technologies for both current and future Apple products. This position requires a highly motivated individual with exceptional analytical and creative problem-solving skills, as well as a rapid learning ability.
Description
Your responsibilities encompass, but are not limited to, the following:
Conduct research and develop novel video/image compression technologies.
Contribute innovative techniques to image/video coding standards.
Design, implement, and optimize image/video compression and processing algorithms tailored to various use cases.
Collaborate effectively with experts in hardware and software.
Minimum Qualifications
- Deep understanding and strong experience in video coding standards, e.g. H.265/HEVC, H.266/VVC, AV1, or AV2.
- In-depth knowledge of rate control, and video codec optimization.
- Deep understanding and extensive experience in designing and optimizing neural networks.
- Excellent software design, problem-solving, and debugging abilities, strong programming skills in C/C++.
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in image or video processing is a plus.
- Familiarity with the latest advancements in machine learning, generative video technologies, and computer vision would be highly valued.
- Excellent collaboration skills and strong written and verbal communication skills are also desirable.
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
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