Principal Research Engineer, 3D Gaussian Splat Coding
OfinnoReston, Virginia, United States
Posted January 30, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards.
Job Description
We are looking for a Principal Research Engineer to provide technical leadership in 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) coding for immersive media. The ideal candidate will define and drive high-impact technical directions, lead end-to-end design and evaluation of coding approaches, and establish rigorous experimental methodology and benchmarking.
Requirements
- Define and drive high-impact 3DGS coding directions
- Lead end-to-end design and evaluation of coding approaches
- Establish and enforce rigorous experimental methodology and benchmarking
- Drive external-facing technical output
- Invent and develop patentable solutions
- Mentor and develop team capabilities
- Improve shared infrastructure and baselines
Benefits
- 401(K) matching
- Free healthcare plans
- Free Food
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- On-campus gym