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Dolby Laboratories · 1 day ago

Sr. Member Research Staff, Director Video Standards

positionSan Francisco, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
money$226K/yr - $318K/yr

Dolby Laboratories is a leader in entertainment innovation, seeking a highly experienced expert in image and video coding and systems technologies. The role involves developing advanced technologies, collaborating with global experts, and providing strategic guidance for Dolby's technology initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Develop innovative video coding functionality and signaling technologies to support current and emerging video coding standards. Areas include high-level syntax elements such as parameter sets, VUI (Video Usability Information), and SEI (Supplemental Enhancement Information) for codecs like H.265/HEVC, H.266/VVC, and beyond
Design new algorithms and system technologies to support video systems standards, such as encapsulation formats, delivery protocols, multimedia presentation, scene description, and file formats
Advance signal processing methods—including both classical and neural network-based approaches—for pre-processing, post-processing, and next-generation video codecs
Represent Dolby in global standardization efforts for video and imaging technologies, providing technical leadership and contributing to the company’s industry visibility

Qualification

Video coding technologiesImage processingMPEG codecsInternational standards developmentResearchInnovationPh.D. in EngineeringPublications in conferences

Required

Demonstrated expertise and success in developing video/image coding and systems technologies, including MPEG codecs, high-level syntax, image processing, and related algorithms
Recognized leadership and an active professional presence in international image and video technology standards organizations
Strong research and innovation background in video/image processing, coding, or related technical fields
A consistent record of publications in top-tier technical conferences and/or peer-reviewed journals
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent experience with demonstrated results
Proven contributions to technology standardization efforts and willingness to travel internationally for related engagements

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Company

Dolby Laboratories

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Dolby creates surround sound, imaging, and voice technologies for cinemas, home theaters, PCs, mobile devices, games, and more.
dateFounded in 1965
location
San Francisco, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.dolby.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2005-02-17IPO

Leadership Team

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Kevin Yeaman
CEO
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Robert Park
Chief Financial Officer
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