Embedded Video/Streaming Architect (Rust/C++)

TL;DR

Embedded Video/Streaming Architect (Rust/C++): Architecting the core of a next-gen streaming platform for smart glasses with an accent on GStreamer pipelines and low-latency performance. Focus on optimizing WebRTC and Embedded Linux (Yocto) to ensure seamless real-time multimedia integration.

Location: Hybrid: Vienna, Austria

Salary: from €3,843 per month

Company

A young deep-tech company that develops and manufactures internationally awarded smart glasses in Vienna.

What you will do

• Take full ownership of GStreamer pipelines and shape video streaming on embedded devices.
• Optimize performance for WebRTC, WebSockets, HTTP, RTSP, and RTP to ensure rock-solid, low-latency streaming.
• Fine-tune throughput and system performance using Embedded Linux (Yocto).
• Collaborate with hardware and firmware teams to ensure seamless multimedia integration.
• Define and evolve a scalable, modular, and maintainable streaming architecture.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with GStreamer in embedded environments.
• Solid background in real-time audio/video streaming and low-latency networking.
• Strong skills in Rust or C++ for performance-critical embedded applications.
• Deep familiarity with multimedia formats (MP4, H.264, AAC) and system-level streaming frameworks.
• Strong understanding of Embedded Linux and Yocto for system optimization.

Nice to have

• Exposure to AR/VR, AI-enabled devices, or machine learning pipelines.
• Experience working in Agile or other iterative delivery environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic international team with a flexible work environment.
• Dog-friendly offices with easy access to public transport.
• Yearly public transport ticket and regular company events.
• Workation possibilities within the European Economic Area (EEA).
• Professional development opportunities, including "Inspire Days" and various courses.
• Modern IT equipment provided.