Within the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS, our »Audio and Media Technologies« division in Erlangen, Germany, has been making its mark on media digitalization for over 30 years, developing pioneering standards such as MP3, AAC, xHE AAC, and EVS. Motivated by this success, we aim to transfer this know-how to solve new challenges in video coding for better user experiences and higher system efficiency.

Do you have a vision about the future of 2D video coding? Do you like to design technologies that are ready to conquer the world? Then join our institute and contribute to the growth of our video activities.

What you will do

• Based on existing video coding specifications, such as VVC, you will identify algorithmic and architectural potentials for improvement using deep learning.
• To maximize the impact of state-of-the-art video encoding, you will explore synergies with our existing audio coding.
• In collaboration with a highly skilled team, you will evaluate and implement promising coding approaches.

What you bring to the table

• A scientific degree (Master’s, PhD, or equivalent) in computer science, engineering sciences, media technologies, or a related field
• Expertise in machine learning or signal processing as well as solid practical experience with video coding algorithms
• Work experience with Python, CUDA , Pytorch . C/C++ is a huge plus . Willingness to learn new technologies and tools
• Fluent command of English to work in an international team

What you can expect

Fraunhofer is not only the largest organization for applied research (application-oriented research organization) in Europe, but also a top-rated employer. But why? 

• An exciting role: We offer an attractive work environment at a global leader in a major innovative industry.
• Projects with a strong practical component motivate our employees to drive innovation.
• Our dedicated teams offer freedom for your own ideas and room for creativity.
• We value personal contact: With our structured onboarding process, you will quickly become familiar with our institute and be able to extend your network successfully.
• We take your needs seriously: We support your work-life-balance by offering flexible working hours and hybrid work.
• You will have ample opportunity to meet your colleagues in our community rooms, at sports courses (at the institute and online), and at many other events.
• Our colleagues enjoy our positive work culture: We are open-minded, we help and trust each other.
• Top of the line infrastructure at your work place: With our state-of-the-art technologies, we develop solutions to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
• Talent development starts at school: Our programs inspire young people at an early age to pursue sciences and foster creative junior scientists.
• Your goals and interests are important to us: We offer ongoing professional and personal seminars, coaching and language classes.
• We offer equal opportunities: Our female scientists, for example, benefit from the »Fraunhofer TALENTA« career program.
• We offer complimentary parking spaces, charging stations for electric cars, covered bicycle parking, and showers at the institute.
• We subsidize your Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket ‒ bus stops are located directly in front of the institute.
• In-house health management, including sports courses, running groups, and relaxation seminars. 

The weekly working time is 39 hours. The position is initially limited to 2 years with the aim for subsequent employment.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Additionally, Fraunhofer may grant performance-based variable remuneration components.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps to shape society now and in the future. 

Intimidating?

Don't worry. We are an interdisciplinary team, looking to support young career-oriented talents. Hence, do not hesitate to join the home of MP3 and send us your application!

Please submit it (cover letter, CV and grade sheets) online!

Claudia Kestler-Böhm
Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS 
www.iis.fraunhofer.de