Principal Scientist, Video Coding

Join the TECH CTO VR Video Coding Research team at Nokia TECH as a Principal Scientist and influence the future of video technology! In this pivotal role, you will develop, implement, and test cutting-edge video coding algorithms to enhance compression efficiency and deliver groundbreaking user experiences. You'll engage in hands-on research, contribute to international standardization efforts, and spearhead innovative research ideas that lead to impactful publications and patents. Surrounded by a world-class, collaborative team, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment that champions creativity and knowledge sharing. Our strong focus on professional growth means you'll enjoy opportunities to advance your skills and explore new technology. With your strong background in video coding and signal processing, you'll play a key role in shaping next-gen video codecs. Benefit from a supportive culture, competitive compensation, and the chance to leave your mark on the future of multimedia. Join us in pushing the boundaries of video coding technology!

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Develop, implement and test novel video coding algorithms and solutions for next generation video codecs improving compression efficiency and enabling new user experiences.
• Participate in hands-on research work and contribute to international standardization
• Initiate and create research ideas as well as contribute to research work that leads to technology transfer, publications and Intellectual Property.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

You have:

• At least a Master's level degree in a relevant field (e.g. EE, computer science, signal processing), a PhD degree is preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience on algorithm development for video coding tools
• Strong background and knowledge of image and/or video signal processing and compression, including latest video coding standards, such as HEVC and VVC.
• Strong mathematical and theoretical skills.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience of international standardization is considered a significant benefit (e.g. JVET, MPEG).
• Experience in AI/neural networks based video compression
• Knowledge on emerging video formats (360-degree compression, 6DOF video/image processing)
• A track record of patent creation and publishing in scientific journals in the fields of video/image signal processing and compression.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills in English along with excellent technical and scientific writing skills in English.

About Us

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed. About the Team Nokia Technologies is licensing Nokia intellectual property, including patents, technologies, and the Nokia brand, building on Nokia's continued innovation and decades of R&D leadership in technologies deployed in virtually all connected
 devices used today. Come join us and make an impact!  Job Info

• Job Category Pure Research
• Posting Date 03/19/2025, 10:59 AM
• Locations Hatanpaan Valtatie 30, Tampere, 33100, FI Werinherstrasse 91, Munich, 81541, DE Karaportti 4, Espoo, 02610, FI Kaapelitie 4 (Rusko I), Oulu, 90620, FI 12 rue Jean Bart, Massy, 91300, FR London, London, A1 1AA, GB 520 Almanor Avenue, Sunnyvale, California, 94085, US 2000 W Lucent Lane, Naperville, Illinois, 60563-1443, US 600-700 Mountain Avenue, Murray Hill, New Jersey, 07974-0636, US 3201 Olympus Boulevard, Dallas, Texas, 75019, US (Hybrid)
• Degree Level Master's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Role Type Individual contributor
• US/Canada Salary Range US Annual Base Salary Range*: $147,609 - $274,130​ * Plus, potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles. ​ Disclaimer: Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.
• Job Identification 18278