Applied R&D Scientist | Media Technologies | The Hague

Imagine a role where your work shapes the next generation of media experiences—whether that’s through Extended Reality (XR) streaming, volumetric video processing through AI and low latency low loss scalable throughput (l4s), Spatial computing (sensing humans, objects and context) or 3D graphics for Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) applications. Your work will directly link to bringing the Web 4.0 and immersive virtual worlds to life (this of the whole spectrum of the reality–virtuality continuum). At TNO, we offer you the opportunity to push the boundaries of media and technology, all while working in a highly collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment.

At TNO’s Networks and Media team, we are not just building solutions for today—we are pioneering the technologies that will shape how people interact with media tomorrow. As an Applied R&D Scientist - Media Technologies , you will develop innovative media applications that impact industries like entertainment, education, and healthcare. You’ll be part of an interdisciplinary team of experts where everyone brings their unique talents and perspectives to the table.

You will be at the forefront of developing next-gen media streaming platforms, containerized microservices, and immersive 3D environments.

• You will be involved in some but not all of the following activities:
• Collaborate on the development of next generation volumetric and immersive video coding technologies.
• Design and build multi-platform XR applications in game engines like Unity and on the WEB (WebXR, Aframe, WebGL)
• Interact with multiple stakeholders to bring use cases into XR reality
• Lead hands-on testing in our MediaLab, experimenting with low-latency volumetric streaming and creating prototypes for real-world media solutions.
• Work on AI media processing technologies such as Super Sampling, Image Restoration, Point Cloud Upscaling.
• Design and build next generation AI based point cloud compression methods.
• Work on MPEG standards such as Video based Point Cloud Compression (V-PCC) and AI based Point Cloud Compression (AI-PCC)
• Work on solutions that push the boundaries of asynchronous programming, media encoding, content delivery architectures, and 3D video representation formats (like Gaussian Splattings or NeRF).

What does your day look like?
At TNO no day is the same. You will work both independently and in a team, with enough space to develop your own research and development interest, as well as responsibility to drive your activities into results. You might start your day by discussing with your team the next steps in XR developments of your unity project. Code and implement new technical concepts while testing in on a AR-glass type display. In the afternoon have a call with a team of international experts from around the world to discuss your latest results. By day’s end, you’ll have collaborated across teams, contributing to groundbreaking innovations in the media landscape and got new inspirations and follow up ideas.

We’re looking for someone who is excited to experiment, explore, and innovate. You are:

• An expert in object oriented programming languages like C++, C#, or Python.
• Used to work with image and video processing libraries such as PyTorch and OpenCV.
• Experienced with 3D graphics development through Unity, WebXR, or similar platforms.
• Good understanding of 3D graphics processing and object manipulation
• Some knowledge on volumetric and RGBD video
• Experienced with 3D graphics development and familiar with graphic processing platforms such as CUDA.

Bonus points for:

• Hands-on experience with GStreamer, FFMpeg, or Kubernetes.
• Familiar with Python and graphics processing (OpenCV, Numpy, Numba, …)
• Knowledge of video codec architectures and standards (H.264, HEVC, VVC, PCC).
• Knowledge of live-streaming architectures and message brokers.

Challenging and varied work with a real impact. And plenty of opportunities as, at TNO, you are in charge of shaping your career. We offer a gross monthly salary between € 4.500,- and € 6.600,- (based on your knowledge and experience), 8% holiday pay, a 13th month bonus of 8.33% and a flex budget (5.58% + € 180). In addition, you will be given every opportunity to develop yourself.

TNO offers optional employee benefits, enabling you to tailor your benefits package to match your personal situation. You may also expect:

• An extremely professional, innovative working environment where colleagues are leading experts in their field.
• The opportunity to attend courses, workshops and conferences, and to receive training and coaching based on your needs.
• 33 days annual leave on a full-time basis.
• An employer that values and encourages diverse talent, with initiatives like the Female Leadership Program, our Rainbow Community and round tables on inclusion topics.
• We offer a comprehensive and flexible mobility plan that also includes full compensation for public transportation for commuting and business travel.
• Great social events with your team and other TNO colleagues. That’s how you will get to know a lot of people really quickly.
• Flexible working hours, the possibility to work parttime (32 of 36 hours) and the possibility of working from home.
• A good pension scheme.

Read more about tailoring your benefits package.

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world. Read more about TNO as an employer.

At TNO we encourage an inclusive work environment, where you can be yourself. Whatever your story and whatever unique qualities you bring to the table. It is by combining our unique strengths and perspectives that we are able to develop innovations that make a real difference in society. Want to know more? Read what steps we are taking in the area of diversity and inclusion.

Please apply before 15th of December, 2024. The selection process comprises two interview rounds. In a final meeting we will discuss the terms of employment and your tailored benefits package. We aim to finalize the entire process within four weeks.
The selection process may include an online assessment and a reference check and a certificate of Conduct (VOG) is required before starting a new job at TNO.