Job Title: Senior Algorithm Engineer, US office:


Job Category: Engineering
Location: Cupertino, CA
Reports To: Staff-Scientist
Status: Full Time, Employee
Education Level: Bachelor's/ Master’s Degree
Relevant Work Experience: 10+ Years

Summary of Position:

As a member of Qpixel’s Technology Development Group, the primary role of this position is to develop, improve and test the algorithm of the H.264 based encoder C-model which will be the foundation for the Company’s next generation codec for both SD and HD products. Additionally, document and execute module and system level software verification test suites/ test bench and provide adequate and accurate documentation of designs and tests in order to ensure the Company delivers an error free ASIC product to customers on time.

Essential Responsibilities:

Requirements:

Development

• Simulate proposed algorithm using various test video sequences, evaluate the results, and implement/verify the improved algorithm.
• Discuss and simplify algorithm for optimized implementation, perform quality simulation, verify algorithm simplification.
• Fast trans-code MPEG2 to H.264 and MPEG4.
• Collaborate and share knowledge with fellow Engineers.
• Participate in the development and mentoring of less senior Engineers.
• Exercise sound judgment within defined procedures to select appropriate methods, techniques and solutions.
  

Quality Assurance

• Develop and maintain written test plans for thorough testing of algorithm.
  

Documentation

• Analyze and document algorithm requirements.
• Document and transfer proposed algorithm to verify their implementability under Qpixel’s platform.
  

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• BSEE or MSEE in Computer Science/Engineering or related field with a minimum of 10 yrs of encoder algorithm development as well as video quality evaluation.
• Hands on experience, especially for consumer/professional products utilizing MPEG1/2/4, H.263/4, for low-power hardware codec.
• Experienced with SW/HW partition optimization for cost/performance/power consumption tradeoff.
• Proven experiences in video quality assurance with track record of improving encoder algorithm to address customers’ feedback while delivering target video quality in time critical environments.
• The ability to work independently or in a group on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Sound judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Strong software development experience using a well-defined software methodology and/or software development experience in a regulated industry.
• Preferred areas of experience: Interlace mode encoding, Motion estimation, B frame implementation, mode decision, rate control (CBR/VBR), filtering, video quality/artifacts evaluation and its tools.
• Possess a strong ability to prioritize, work independently on multiple activities, and be goal-oriented. Strong verbal/written communication skills are a must, as is the ability to communicate effectively with people with non-technical backgrounds.
• Understanding of structured software development processes. Working knowledge of formal development processes is an advantage.
• Experience in automated testing of software is an advantage.
• A minimum of three years hands on C knowledge of embedded processor (ARM or MIPS) is an advantage.
• Familiarity with H.264 spec as well as JVT’s reference codec is an advantage.

 

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