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Paramount

Senior Software Engineer

Burbank, CA · Remote

$130K - $171K/yr

Our team is also in charge of managing services tasked with ingesting content into video cms, encoding, packaging with DRM, delivery and content distribution of premium content to millions of users ...

Paramount

Senior Software Engineer

Burbank, CA · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Our team is also in charge of managing services tasked with ingesting content into video cms, encoding, packaging with DRM, delivery and content distribution of premium content to millions of users ...

Skild AI

Electrical Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Integrate and fuse sensor data, including IMUs, encoders, hall sensors, and temperature sensors (PCB-level design). * Develop and test power/sensor electronics systems in collaboration with hardware ...

Meta

Video Streaming and Broadcast Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

$160K - $223K/yr

This includes video transmission via hardware and cloud-based encoders. Meta is seeking a candidate who has extensive experience with broadcast and streaming technologies and is knowledgeable about ...

Verkada

Embedded Engineer - Streaming

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$149K - $197K/yr

Design, develop, and optimize embedded video encoding and streaming pipelines for Verkada's camera and security devices. * Implement and tune hardware-accelerated video codecs (H.264, H.265/HEVC, AV1 ...

OpenAI

Actuator Gear Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$266K - $380K/yr

Develop and evaluate architectures with integrated sensing and encoder strategies. * Build and validate prototypes through hands-on bring-up, debugging, characterization, and iterative refinement.

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How much do encoding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for encoding in California is $26.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.77 and $48.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an encoding?

An Encoding job typically involves converting data, text, or media into a specific format for storage, transmission, or processing. This can include tasks such as data entry, file formatting, video compression, or barcode generation. Encoding professionals ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compatibility with required systems or platforms.

What are the primary responsibilities of an encoding professional on a typical day?

As an Encoding professional, your primary responsibilities typically include reviewing, organizing, and entering data into digital formats, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company or industry standards. You may also be responsible for validating and checking data integrity, working closely with quality assurance or IT teams to resolve discrepancies. Encoders often handle sensitive or confidential information, so attention to detail and adherence to data privacy protocols are crucial. Collaboration with colleagues in other departments is common to ensure data consistency and support various business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the encoding position, and why are they important?

To succeed in Encoding, you should possess strong attention to detail, accurate data entry abilities, and a solid understanding of data processing standards, typically supported by a diploma or relevant educational background. Familiarity with encoding software, database management systems, and sometimes certifications in data management or specific industry standards are commonly required. Excellent time management, adaptability, and effective communication skills help individuals excel in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment. These technical and interpersonal skills ensure high-quality, error-free work and efficient collaboration with other departments.

How much do encoders make?

Encoder jobs typically pay between $12 and $25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and industry. Skilled encoders with certifications or specialized tools may earn higher wages, especially in fields like data entry, media, or logistics.

What qualifications do you need to be an encoder?

To work as an encoder, typically a high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with strong typing skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with data entry software or specific encoding tools. Some positions may prefer post-secondary education or certifications in data management or related fields.

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Infographic showing various Encoding job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 68% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,810 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

CODEC Video Compression Engineer/Developer

Neros Technologies

Torrance, CA • On-site

$161K - $226K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Who we are
Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.
As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.
What you will be doing
We are seeking a highly skilled CODEC Video Compression Engineer/Developer to build low cost FPV digital video, similar to DJI 04.
They will design, optimize, and implement low-latency advanced video compression algorithms while maintaining high visual quality, for real time video streaming application. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, low-latency wireless video. This role blends deep knowledge of video processing, mathematics, and software/hardware optimization to enable video transmission with minimum latency and reduced bandwidth usage.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implementation of dual CPU/GPU hybrid video compression encoder architecture that can seamlessly combine SW and HW encoding engines
  • Design, develop, and optimize video compression algorithms in C/C++, Assembly, Rust or similar languages
  • Implement and optimize encoder/decoder pipelines for real-time applications
  • Analyze and improve codec performance for speed, quality, and efficiency across CPU, GPU
  • Perform error handling
  • Conduct performance benchmarking, debugging, and quality assurance testing: Develop and use objective and subjective metrics to evaluate codec performance
  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate CODEC solutions into products, using high-level synthesis, or FPGA/ASIC design flows
  • Stay updated on emerging video standards, compression techniques, and industry trends

You should have the following
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Solid understanding of video compression theory, motion estimation, transform coding, MC DCT, VBSMC, entropy coding, and rate control
  • Codec implementation experience in developing actual software and hardware that encodes and decodes video data according to a specific compression format
  • System Verilog experience (HLS/C++)
  • Solid understanding of video compression standards (H.264, H.265/HEVC, H.266, VP9, AV1) and rate control algorithms
  • Experience with hardware implementations using dedicated chips (FPGAs, ASICs, DSPs), and hybrid implementations using software for control logic with hardware accelerators GPUs (NVENC, NVDEC). Experience with GPU acceleration (CUDA, Vulkan, OpenCL)
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ and experience with SIMD optimizations (SSE, AVX, NEON)
  • Front-end development for ****control of performance-critical code
  • Experience with multithreaded programming and performance profiling tools, debugging, and performance optimization
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment

Nice to have
  • Backend development (FFmpeg framework, GStreamer)
  • Knowledge of container formats (MP4, MKV, MPEG-TS)
  • Experience with ML-based video enhancement or compression

US Salary Range
$161,500 - $226,000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.
We're an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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