POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are looking for a highly experienced video compression expert to lead Ofinno’s Advanced Media Lab and provide strategic direction for our contributions to international standards. This is a unique opportunity to influence the evolution of MPEG and JVET standards, including:

• Enhanced Compression Model (ECM) – MPEG’s exploratory test model beyond VVC
• Geometry-based point cloud compression (G-PCC)
• Video-based dynamic mesh coding (VDMC)

The ideal candidate will have a history of impactful leadership in MPEG and/or JVET, a deep understanding of compression theory and implementation, and a passion for aligning technical innovation with long-term standardization goals.
You’ll lead a team of world-class researchers and work cross-functionally with our patent and licensing teams to ensure that technical work also supports strategic IP value creation.

WHAT ELSE YOU SHOULD KNOW:

Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on:401(K) matching

- - We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.Free healthcare plans
- - Ofinno covers full premiums for you are your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.Free Food
- - Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea.Unlimited Paid Time Off
- - Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.On-campus gym
- - Unwind, reduce stress and feel great – even when you’re at work.Other benefits, too long to list
- - Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 10+ years of hands-on R&D experience in video or immersive media compression
• Deep expertise in video codec design, including prediction, transform, filtering, entropy coding, and/or loop filtering
• Proven leadership and technical contributions to international standards such as MPEG, JVET, or ITU-T VCEG—including experience with VVC (H.266), G-PCC, VDMC, and/or ECM
• Familiarity with emerging coding paradigms including neural compression
• Proficient in C/C++ and comfortable working with reference software and large-scale codec experiments
• Experience mentoring teams, managing R&D pipelines, and aligning technical output with patent and licensing goals
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across technical and business domains
• Demonstrated success converting research into high-quality patent filings and/or licensing-relevant innovation

As Director, Advanced Media Lab, you will:

• Set research direction and drive high-impact contributions to MPEG and JVET standards
• Guide the evolution and coordination of proposals related to ECM, G-PCC, VDMC, and new neural/hybrid video tools
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of researchers
• Collaborate with executive leadership on roadmap planning and IP portfolio alignment
• Represent Ofinno in international standardization meetings and technical discussions
• Shape standard-essential patents by turning research into timely, technically robust filings
• Cultivate relationships with industry partners, clients, and academic collaborators to align innovation with broader ecosystem needs

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 10+ years of hands-on R&D experience in video or immersive media compression
• Deep expertise in video codec design, including prediction, transform, filtering, entropy coding, and/or loop filtering
• Proven leadership and technical contributions to international standards such as MPEG, JVET, or ITU-T VCEG—including experience with VVC (H.266), G-PCC, VDMC, and/or ECM
• Familiarity with emerging coding paradigms including neural compression
• Proficient in C/C++ and comfortable working with reference software and large-scale codec experiments
• Experience mentoring teams, managing R&D pipelines, and aligning technical output with patent and licensing goals
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across technical and business domains
• Demonstrated success converting research into high-quality patent filings and/or licensing-relevant innovations