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Qualcomm

Video DV Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: • Leverages advanced Video and Computer Vision Engineering knowledge and experience to research and develop highly critical video codec and computer vision HW ...

Qualcomm

Video DE Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Leverages advanced video and computer vision engineering knowledge and experience, along with AI/ML hardware acceleration expertise, to research and develop complex video codec, computer vision, and ...

Qualcomm

Video Design Verification Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$99K - $149K/yr

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: • Applies Video and Computer Vision Engineering knowledge to assist in the research and development of video codec and computer vision HW. • Assists in the ...

Qualcomm

Visual Tech Systems Project Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$148K - $222K/yr

We are seeking experienced system engineers for our cutting-edge efforts in areas related to image processing, video codec architecture/design and computer vision. Successful candidates will be part ...

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How much do video codec engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for video codec engineer in the United States is $88,303.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Video Codec Engineer, you need a strong background in computer science, digital signal processing, and video/audio compression standards, often supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with programming languages such as C/C++, codec libraries (like H.264/HEVC/AV1), and tools like FFmpeg or GStreamer is essential. Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills help you collaborate effectively and adapt to evolving technical requirements. These skills ensure you can design, optimize, and maintain efficient codec solutions that meet industry performance and compatibility standards.

What does a Video Codec Engineer do?

A Video Codec Engineer specializes in developing, optimizing, and implementing video compression and decompression algorithms. They work with codecs like H.264, H.265, AV1, and VP9 to improve video quality, reduce file sizes, and enhance streaming efficiency. Their responsibilities include performance tuning, codec integration, and hardware/software acceleration. They often collaborate with software developers, researchers, and hardware engineers to ensure efficient video delivery across different platforms and devices.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a Video Codec Engineer?

As a Video Codec Engineer, your daily responsibilities typically include designing and optimizing video compression algorithms, integrating codec solutions into multimedia applications, and troubleshooting encoding/decoding issues. You may work closely with software developers, QA engineers, and hardware teams to ensure smooth performance and compatibility across platforms. Regular tasks also involve analyzing video quality, conducting performance benchmarks, and keeping up to date with the latest codec standards. This collaborative and technical environment offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to innovations in streaming technology.

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Infographic showing various Video Codec Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,303 per year, or $42.5 per hour.
Software Engineer - Video Technology

Software Engineer - Video Technology

cosm

Pittsburgh, PA

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Summary:

The Video Software Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining C360’s real-time video pipeline, which powers mission-critical services for our broadcast, league, and streaming partners. This role contributes to the full lifecycle of a cutting-edge video platform, from architecture and development through deployment and operational support, while working across the video processing stack, including real-time image processing, accelerated decoding and encoding, and video transport technologies. The ideal candidate is a solutions-oriented engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments while maintaining a high standard of engineering excellence. They bring experience across the software development lifecycle, understand how to select the right technologies for the problem at hand, and ideally have familiarity with the sports, broadcast, streaming media, and cloud software industries. Success in this role requires strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively within an agile, cross-functional engineering team.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate within an agile team to build and deploy distributed, robust, low-latency video pipelines for both on-premises and cloud deployment.
  • Participate in architectural, design, and product sessions
  • Stay on top of industry trends and emerging technologies
  • Exemplify excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to tailor
    technical communications to any audience deftly
  • Push the limits, try new technologies, take calculated risks, swing for the fences, and proactively search for the best solutions and ideas in the marketplace
  • Occasionally offer on-call support to field teams (evenings and weekends)
  • Accurately document work, both in code and schematic form

Experience:

  • BS degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical / Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or the equivalent.
  • Experience with both Windows 10/11 64-bit and Linux development environments
  • Significant experience in C++ and Rust
  • Knowledge of AWS cloud services/tooling and technology (S3, EC2, etc.)
  • Knowledge of multimedia frameworks, such as GStreamer
  • Knowledge of video codecs, with a main focus on HEVC, as well as an understanding of streaming technologies and transports (e.g., MPEG-TS, SRT, HLS, webRTC)
  • Expertise in mission-critical, high-availability hardware/software
  • Knowledge of NVIDIA GPU ecosystem, including CUDA and the NVIDIA Video Codec SDK
  • Knowledge of SMPTE broadcast standards and technologies
  • Video/Image processing knowledge, demosaicing, denoising, color space conversion, image enhancement
  • Experience working with agile methodologies
  • Knowledge of best practices for code management, version control, and deployment
  • You possess the ability to work autonomously, but also as part of a team.
  • You can quickly shift work priorities to accommodate client needs.

Bonus Experience:

  • Experience with Python or C#
  • Experience with MongoDB
  • Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based workflows
  • Knowledge of AI/ML methods for video enhancement
  • Knowledge of machine vision standards and transports
  • Familiarity with ZMQ or other message bus (e.g., Kafka) software
  • General knowledge of camera technology
  • Knowledge of broadcast tools such as vector scopes, RCP/CCU
  • Experience with OEM SDI output cards and APIs from AJA, Blackmagic Design, etc.

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