Senior researcher 2D/3D Video Processing/compression

About InterDigital
InterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence (“AI”), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today’s most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq.
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Summary
The New York research group at InterDigital Video Lab is a team of highly motivated, fast paced, and highly skilled researchers with strong backgrounds in image, video and point cloud processing and compression. They actively investigate cutting-the-edge technologies using signal processing, artificial intelligence for video applications. They participate and take leading positions in relevant MPEG standard projects. Their areas of expertise encompass promotion of AI for video, immersive media and graphics technologies, for example, point cloud learning, processing, Gaussian Splatting. They are seeking a (senior) research scientist/engineer to join the team. The prospective candidates are expected to conduct original research on critical technologies towards 3D video processing, coding & compression, 3D rendering, AI-based solutions, etc. Scientific publications are highly encouraged.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental research on deep learning based 3D video processing and coding technologies for future applications and standards.

• Document and present the novel 3D video processing and coding algorithms and implementations in various forms, such as standards contributions, conference and journal publications, technical white papers, etc.

• Identify key challenges and propose novel solutions to enable deep learning for 3D video applications on light-weighted devices.

• Investigate and optimize neural network compression technologies leading to crossplatform compatible approaches for mobile based applications.

• Participate and contribute MPEG standards to promote InterDigital technologies.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with 2+ years industry experience, or Masters’ in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with 5+ years industry experience. Position will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and relevant work experience.

• Solid research background in image, 2D/3D video processing and/or compression.

• Solid research background in signal processing, image processing, graph signal processing. Research background in machine learning, deep learning, or computer vision would be equally appreciated.

• Experience in point cloud, mesh, Gaussian splatting or geometric learning is greatly appreciated.

• Experience with MPEG / JPEG or relevant standards will be a good plus.

• Proficient in Python, and C/C++ programming. Familiar with popular deep learning algorithm development tools and libraries, such as PyTorch, TensorFlow.

• Strong analytical and research skills.

• Proven track record of publications in first-tier conferences and/or journals.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong team player.

• Available and willing to travel.

Location: New York, NY

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A reasonable estimate of the current salary range specific to NY/CA/DE/DC is $135,000 - $190,000 /annually + discretionary incentive bonus, benefits and may include other forms of compensation components such as long-term incentives.  Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.