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Principal Algorithm Engineer (Video Codecs & Display Processing)

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8 months ago
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Job Overview:

In Arm's Central Technology group we are building trail-blazing future technology which will keep Arm-based products redefining the state-of-the-art. We are looking for a hardworking Principal Algorithm Engineer to join us as part of the CT-Systems Applied Computer Vision Team. This team is responsible for multimedia and vision oriented algorithm design, technology research, as well as next-gen Arm Multimedia Subsystem Architecture for mobile, large screen compute and other market segments. Are you passionate about shaping the future of multimedia and vision compute at Arm? Do you want to see the architectures you have invented being used by millions of people? We may be looking just for you!

Responsibilities:

You will be part of multimedia system architecture team, giving you the opportunity to develop and make a relevant contribution into Arm Compute Subsystems

The role will give you also outstanding opportunity to interact with world class specialists, architects and researchers, both inside and outside Arm

You will analyse video compression, video codecs, display processing algorithms and pipelines, by running experiments and evaluating video rate-distortion, as well as assess image quality of the next-gen video and display processor architectures

As Principal Algorithm Engineer you are asked for deep understanding and proven experience working with H.264/H.265, or AV1 video compression tools, core algorithms and image quality metrics

You will contribute to Arm Multimedia Subsystem architecture definition work by leading video encoder compression tools selection for AV1 codec compliance of the next-generation video processor HW, aiming for PPA-balanced Client solution

Also, you will have opportunity to represent Arm in various video codec expert groups

Required Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in algorithm design, and/or image quality evaluation of complex video and image processing algorithms - preferably in the domain of H.264/HEVC video coding

Strong analytical thinking approach and problem solving skills

Experience in debugging and resolving image quality artefacts by proposing algorithm evolution

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with multiple teams under ambitious schedules, with a focus on delivery of results

"Nice to Have" Skills and Experience:

Technical Lead, or Lead Researcher experience on commercial image processing, video compression projects leading to commercial software, or hardware products

Experience in leveraging AI/ML methods in the domain of video coding and image processing algorithm design

Knowledge of advanced display processing algorithms, such as local tone mapping, and video HDR processing

Experience working with video coding expert groups

In Return:

Arm has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

At Arm, we are guided by our core beliefs that reflect our rare culture and guide our decisions, defining how we work together to resist ordinary and craft extraordinary

 

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Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran

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