Research Associate – Senior Architect Video Coding (all genders)

Introduction

Welcome to the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS

As the largest institute within the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, we have been conducting research for over 30 years in diverse fields, such as artificial intelligence, microelectronics, sensor systems, data acquisition, signal processing, and signal transmission. Talented individuals from various engineering and natural science disciplines will find a wide range of exciting research topics under one roof. A few highlights that reflect our innovative strength include neuromorphic computing, 5G/6G mobile communication technologies, generative AI in speech and signal processing, and X-ray imaging for e-mobility. And that’s just the beginning! What sustainable solution will you find with us?

Be part of change

Our department »Moving Picture Technologies« develops next-generation video codecs that enable reliable, low-latency video streaming, even in challenging network conditions, such as unstable mobile connections. We focus on making video compression more robust, efficient, and practical to implement, ensuring smooth streaming wherever it is needed. Building on Fraunhofer IIS’s global success in audio coding – now used in more than ten billion devices – we combine innovative research with standardization and real-world implementation. Our goal is to extend this expertise to video coding and to create technologies that support the next generation of interactive and robust video applications.

• Mentoring and collaboration: You will support and guide colleagues in development and research activities.
• Algorithm design: You design innovative compression algorithms, implement them as efficient software, and perform careful evaluations.
• Video codec architecture design: You take charge of coordinating internal software and algorithm development to achieve subproject goals.
• Standardization: You participate in standardization meetings to present and defend our developments.
• Patent and innovation: You build a patent portfolio by developing innovative algorithms.
• Strategic support: You assist in defining goals and strategies in the field of video coding.

What you contribute

• A degree in computer science, informatics, electrical engineering, multimedia technology, or a related field
• Hands-on experience in implementing or improving video codecs, such as HEVC or VVC
• Demonstrated ability to design algorithms for video coding
• Practical programming experience in C++

What we offer

Fraunhofer is not only the largest organization for applied research (application-oriented research organisation) in Europe, but also a top-rated employer. But why?

• An exciting role: We offer a diverse and challenging field of work in an international environment, oriented toward state-of-the-art research and technology.
• Room for creativity: Projects with strong practical components motivate our employees to drive innovation.
• Our colleagues enjoy our positive work culture: We are open-minded, we help and trust each other.
• Top of the line infrastructure at your workplace: With our state-of-the-art technologies, we develop solutions to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
• We value personal contact: With our structured onboarding process, you will quickly become familiar with our institute and be able to extend your network successfully.
• We take your needs seriously: We support your work-life balance by offering flexible working hours and hybrid work.
• Your goals and interests are important to us: We offer ongoing professional and personal seminars, coaching, and language classes.
• We offer complimentary parking spaces, charging stations for electric cars, covered bicycle parking , and showers at the institute.
• We provide in-house healths management , including sports courses, running groups, and relaxation seminars.

Further Information

The position is initially limited to two years with the aim to extend it subsequently. The weekly working time is 39 hours. The position can also be filled on a part-time basis, with a preference, however, to have it filled as close to a full-time position as possible.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees’ skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Appointment, remuneration, and social security benefits are based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD).

About Fraunhofer

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros. The Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS, headquartered in Erlangen, is the largest institute of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft with more than 1 200 employees.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Fraunhofer is not only the largest organization for applied research (application-oriented research organisation) in Europe, but also a top-rated employer. But why?

Ready for change?

Apply online now and help drive our innovation! Once we’ve received your application, you will automatically receive a confirmation e-mail. We will then get in touch as soon as possible to inform you about the next steps.

Do you have questions about the application process? Our recruiters Svenja Hofmann and Claudia Kestler-Böhm will be happy to assist you: .

Location: Erlangen

Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS www.iis.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 8/27/26

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