Principal Video Research Engineer

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Position overview

We are seeking a Principal/Senior Video Research Engineer to join a small, highly focused research team of video technology experts at MediaKind. We work autonomously , with a strong sense of ownership and purpose , driving innovation across video processing, compression, and delivery.

The team leads speculative research and develops proof-of-concepts (PoCs) in strategic video technology domains. You’ll explore emerging areas, propose innovative ideas, and contribute to MediaKind’s technical thought leadership , both internally and externally.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct exploratory research and develop PoCs in key technology areas such as video/media processing, compression, and delivery.
• Build tools for technology evaluation, benchmarking, and experimentation.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to facilitate technology transfer.
• Identify new challenges and application domains in video technologies relevant to MediaKind’s strategy.
• Produce technical reports, PoCs, and foster knowledge-sharing across the organization.

Contribute To MediaKind’s Technical Leadership

• Serve as a subject-matter expert on video technologies across the company and in external engagements.
• Present ideas and research clearly to both technical and executive stakeholders, generating support and buy-in.
• Publish technical papers and demonstrate innovations at conferences, workshops, and industry trade shows.
• Partner with academic institutions and industry collaborators to lead or support research programs.
• Contribute to the growth of MediaKind’s IP portfolio through patent filings.

Drive Innovation Aligned With Business Goals

• Interface with customer engineering teams to understand key challenges and opportunities.
• Work with architects and product management to design innovative and competitive technology solutions.
• Help prototype the core technologies that power next-generation MediaKind products.

Mentor And Grow Talent

• Support and mentor junior engineers, interns, or PhD research students to help them build strong technical and research skills.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Technical Expertise
  • Deep experience in at least one of the following areas:
  • Video signal processing and compression (e.g., pre-/post- processing filters, codecs, quality metrics)
  • Machine learning or deep learning (ideally applied to video/image problems)
  • Media systems and video delivery protocols (e.g., IP, HTTP-based streaming)
• Programming and Development
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, including ML/DL frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
  • Familiarity with software engineering practices and version control tools (e.g., Git)
• Research Experience
  • Proven track record in:
  • Technical publications, academic collaborations, or joint research programs
  • Participation in standardization bodies or technical forums
  • Patent generation and IP analysis
• Education & Background
  • Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Image/Signal Processing, Machine Learning, Multimedia Networks, or related fields
  • Experience designing, structuring, and leading research initiatives
  • Demonstrated ability to present complex technical ideas effectively across different formats (written, oral, live demos)
• Preferred
  • Experience in corporate or academic research environments
  • Knowledge of product lifecycles and experience transitioning PoC technologies into real-world products

Location

Rennes, France - Remote or Hybrid Option

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Comprehensive benefits package
• MediaKindness Wellbeing Program
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options

Here at MediaKind, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where we appreciate the unique skills, capabilities and perspectives that our people bring. We believe that diverse teams are better for our employees, customers and our business. Everyone’s identity, background and life experiences add to the MediaKind story and we welcome all.

Our goal is to help increase diversity across the Media Broadcast industry, so we aim to make the recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you’re excited about this position and think you could add value to MediaKind, please apply even if you believe your skills are not a perfect fit for the role. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment process please reach out to the Recruiter to discuss how we can support you.