Research Engineer , Prime Video Encoding Team, Mumbai

Description Prime Video is changing the way millions of customers interact with video content. We're looking for a talented Video Codec Engineer to join our team in developing and optimizing video compression technologies for Prime Video's streaming infrastructure. Key job responsibilitiesAs a Codec Engineer at Prime Video, you'll work on encoder/decoder solutions that impact billions of streaming hours annually. You'll collaborate with team members to optimize codec performance and implement effective video delivery solutions across various platforms. A day in the life . Implement and optimize video compression algorithms . Assist in benchmarking codec performance across different platforms . Collaborate with team members on video quality assessment metrics and encoding algorithms . Contribute to the integration of video processing workloads into the streaming infrastructure . Help implement production-ready solutions . Participate in technical design discussions and code reviews . Write clean, maintainable, and efficient codeAbout the Team: Our mission is to build and operate innovative video streaming technology that provides the best customer-centric streaming experience for VOD and Live globally. We implement technologies that deliver flawless streaming experiences using optimal bandwidth. We foster a supportive, diverse, and inclusive work environment.Basic Qualifications - 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience - 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience - Experience programming with at least one software programming language- Solid understanding of video coding standards (H.264, HEVC, AV1) - Solid understanding of video coding standards (H.264, HEVC, AV1) Preferred Qualifications - 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent - . Experience with video encoding optimization and profiling tools . Knowledge of video quality assessment and metrics . Familiarity with open-source video encoders and FFmpeg . Experience working on video processing systems . Experience with AI-assisted C/C++ code development . Interest in technical innovation and video coding standardsOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.