Video Codec Algorithm Intern

3 Months ago • Upto 1 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

TikTok's AVG team seeks a Video Codec Algorithm Intern (PhD) for their 2025 summer program. The internship focuses on real-time codec optimizations for multimedia streaming. Responsibilities include optimizing image and video codecs for various formats (2D/3D, multiview, 360-degree, etc.), designing encoding optimization algorithms, and researching visual quality-oriented video coding and processing algorithms. The internship provides hands-on experience, exposure to industry practices, and participation in social and development workshops. The 12-week program begins in May/June 2025, with specific start dates available. Candidates should have a strong understanding of compression/transmission/processing algorithms and excellent programming skills (C/C++, Python). Experience with video coding techniques (traditional and deep learning) and familiarity with video compression standards (e.g., H.264/H.265/AV1) are preferred.
Must have:
  • Optimize image/video codecs
  • Design encoding algorithms
  • Master's degree in relevant field
  • Strong programming skills (C/C++, Python)
  • Understanding of compression algorithms
Good to have:
  • Experience with video coding techniques
  • Familiarity with video compression standards (e.g., H.264/H.265/AV1)
  • Familiar with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
  • Deep learning model optimization experience
Perks:
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Wellbeing benefits
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick time

Job Details

Responsibilities
Our AVG Team’s mission is to promote cutting-edge research in multimedia (including, but not limited to image/video data processing, compression and transmission), and to transfer technologies into our products for better serving our hundreds of millions of users. We are looking for exceptional individuals from all area of multimedia processing/compression/transmission, who have a track record of research excellence, a passion to shape the future of multimedia processing, and the potential to become an outstanding leader in the field. We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2025. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Turn your ambitions into reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok. Internships at TikTok aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. This Internship Program runs for 12 weeks beginning in May/June 2025. Successful candidates must be able to commit to one of the following summer internship cycles below: Monday, May 12 Monday, May 19 Tuesday May 27 (Memorial Day May 26) Monday, June 9 Monday, June 23 We will prioritize candidates who are able to commit to these start dates. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date). Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early. Responsibilities: - Optimize image and video codecs for 2D/3D video, Multiview video, 360-degree video, point cloud, light filed, et al. - Design and develop encoding optimization algorithms for various usecases - Research and develop visual quality-oriented video coding and processing algorithms
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: - Master student in computer science/electrical engineering/mathematics/statistics and related disciplines - Good understanding of state-of-art compression/transmission/processing algorithms - Excellent programming, debugging, and optimization skills in one or more general-purpose programming languages including but not limited to: C/C++ and Python Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in development of video coding techniques, both traditional and deep learning approaches - Familiar with one of the video compression standards, e.g., AVS/H.264/H.265/VVC/AV1 and its reference software - Familiar with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch etc - Familiar with deep learning model optimization and acceleration
Job Information
About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

Reasonable Accommodation

ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at

【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Hourly) - Campus Intern

The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $57- $57.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more. Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

3. Exercising sound judgment.

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Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.
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