PhD CIFRE, reduction of end-to-end energy consumption in live streaming

PhD CIFRE – Energy‑Aware Video Streaming (Live Broadcasting)

InterDigital Research & Innovation is seeking a PhD student to join the Video Lab and focus on energy‑aware video content creation and streaming, with a strong emphasis on live content such as sports.

Location: Rennes, France – Hybrid work arrangement (3 days on‑site per week).

Responsibilities

• Identify promising research opportunities around energy‑efficient live content adaptation across the streaming pipeline.
• Research, develop, and implement algorithms and prototypes in areas such as ad overlay/compositing, multi‑view/picture‑in‑picture, AI‑generated content, and low‑latency live streaming protocols.
• Share results through peer‑reviewed publications, invention disclosures, and technology reference implementations.
• Contribute to the team’s existing research tracks and identify opportunities for standardization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, image processing, signal processing, applied mathematics, or a related field (a master’s thesis is a plus).
• Expertise in both conventional and learning‑based algorithm development for video streaming, image processing, signal processing, or networking.
• Proficiency in Python and C/C++ software development.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach with the team and academic research partner.
• A curious, creative, and motivated mindset.
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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