Software Engineer III

Company: Genesis10
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Genesis10 is seeking a Software Engineer for a 6 month contract position with our client in the SEO industry. This role can be 100% remote. Summary:Our team works on AV1 video codec development that is a widely adopted open source video codec. Video comprises 90% of the internet's bandwidth. Our project seeks to cut the required bandwidth for high quality video in half by developing a super efficient video codec.Come join our team and have a giant impact on the internet. We are seeking highly talented and motivated people with image processing and algorithmic skills and SIMD optimization experience.Overall Responsibilities:* Develop and optimize encoder and decoder implementation for a modern codec.* Employ continuous integration and test driven development.* Write clear, robust code (C/C++, and x86 Intrinsics) on a consistent basis.* Work closely with other codec engineers.* Contribute works back to the Open Source community.* Help us produce high quality software (code review).Top Daily Responsibilities:* Develop and implement fast algorithms for video decoding or encoding.* Write SIMD optimizations code for x86 and/or ARM platforms.* Write Unit tests for optimization algorithm/implementation.* Write testing scripts and conduct tests for the team.Required Skills/Qualifications:* Education: BS in Computer Science or EE or equivalent experience required* 5+ years of strong experience developing in C/C++ programming* Strong knowledge and experience in SIMD optimizations on x86 platforms or ARM platforms* Experience in software profiling* Able to work as a W2 employee of Genesis10 (no corp to corp)Nice to Have Skills/Qualifications or Not Required:* Good knowledge about modern video codecs such as H.264, VP8, VP9, HEVC, AV1* Strong problem solving skills* Experience in writing shell script on Linux or any other script language* Experience with GIT version controlIf you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!About Genesis10:Genesis10 is a leading U.S. business and technology consulting firm with hundreds of clients needing proven talent and solutions to power their strategic initiatives. If you are a high performing business or IT professional with solid, referenced experience, we want to meet you. Genesis10 recruiters and delivery professionals are highly accomplished career advocates, who get to know you beyond your resume to position you with the opportunities that fit your skills, experience and aspirations. We have benefit options to fit your needs and a support staff that works with you from placement throughout your engagement project after project. To learn more about Genesis10 and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at www.genesis10.com "Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

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