Google Job Opportunity [Archive]

rayg

29th November 2005, 03:16

Technical Solutions Engineer, Video - Mountain View

This position is available in Mountain View, CA.

Are you passionate about video- and media-related technologies? Google is looking for engineers with an in-depth knowledge of digital video encoders, decoders and streaming technologies to enhance Google’s projects focused on both the acquisition and distribution of video content. Your understanding of standards to prevent unauthorized sharing of media files will help us to provide industry-leading video solutions to our partners. You will also develop tools that can help us to diagnose and resolve problems before they impact our partners.

Requirements:

Minimum of a BA/BS Computer Science or related technical degree (MSCS preferred).
2+ years industry experience with digital video technology (experience with MPEG Video, DRM, set-top boxes, or satellite-related technologies preferred).
Familiarity with using video related open-source software packages under UNIX or GNU/Linux.
Experience programming software in C/C++ or Java.
Scripting in JavaScript, PHP, Python or Perl.
Hands-on experience in UNIX or GNU/Linux system administration and shell scripting.
Photo/Video/DVD industry related knowledge and experience in video digitization operation is highly desired.
Ability to integrate and interpret data from diverse sources to make recommendations and find solutions.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated multitasking ability.
Strong analytical skills.
Must be proactive, self-directed, detailed, and organized.
Must be able to learn quickly and get the job done in a high–visibility, high stress situation.
Thanks.
Please send resumes to rayg@google.com

Elias

29th November 2005, 03:35

I am a recruiter with Google and was wondering if it is okay to post a job here. We are looking for an engineer with video encoding skills and was recommended here by someone.I'd love to help out :) I love Google and I know a lot about encoding. Well, relatively at least.

Guest

29th November 2005, 05:43

Where is the position located and what is the salary range?

Wilbert

29th November 2005, 10:58

@rayg,

I am a recruiter with Google and was wondering if it is okay to post a job here.
That's fine. I'm sure some people are interested.

rayg

29th November 2005, 19:09

The position is in Mountain View....salary is part of a very generous package including bonuses, stock ( yes, we still give out stock ) and tremendous benefits. Where could I post the job description so that it gets people's attention.
Thanks for your assistance.

Sirber

29th November 2005, 19:16

Best edit your first post and post the job description :)

Sharktooth

29th November 2005, 19:45

Interesting... but i'm in italy :P

rayg

29th November 2005, 19:59

Google will sponsor work-related visas if the person wants to relocate to the USA.

Sirber

29th November 2005, 20:04

The job description is kinda vague... linux admin... some web... some C++... some stress.... what exactly is the job about? Building GUIs? encoding stuff? manage a linux server? build a video codec? technical support? :confused:

rayg

29th November 2005, 20:15

I can't comment too much right now at what the job entails. Google is keeping things fairly under wraps at this stage. Obviously, we would open up more once we know the person has the skillset and is open to talking with us.

Sharktooth

29th November 2005, 20:34

well, i'm sure you chosen the right place for your announcement ;)

Sirber

29th November 2005, 21:01

I cannot apply if I don't know what is the job about...

jggimi

29th November 2005, 21:57

Sirber,

You can submit your resume and cover letter via e-mail, and, if there is sufficient interest by Ray and his HR team, they'll contact you. If, after discussing it with you, they think it advisable to continue the process, they will then communicate with the hiring manager, and, if the hiring manager is interested, you'll be contacted again. During those discussions ... you'll be able to get your more detailed questions answered.

It works in exactly the same way as if the job were posted on monstor.ca, and you happened to see it and submit your resume to Ray that way.

rayg

29th November 2005, 21:59

It is a combination of all of " linux admin... some web... some C++... some stress.... encoding stuff? manage a linux server? build a video codec? technical support "
We manage racks of linux servers as well as linux desktops. We have on occasion had to build video codecs and port/compile under Linux. We have performed tech support as well as sysops type of roles. We need someone who is a jack of all trades so to speak.
I assure you we will be more upfront once we think the person has the skillset we are looking for.

Sirber

29th November 2005, 22:08

alright I will check my resume and send it tonight. :)

Sirber

30th November 2005, 00:07

Which format? Doc, Odt, pdf?

rayg

30th November 2005, 01:00

Whichever way you want....

708145

30th November 2005, 02:47

Technical Solutions Engineer, Video - Mountain View
Requirements:

Minimum of a BA/BS Computer Science or related technical degree (MSCS preferred).
2+ years industry experience with digital video technology (experience with MPEG Video, DRM, set-top boxes, or satellite-related technologies preferred).
Familiarity with using video related open-source software packages under UNIX or GNU/Linux.
Experience programming software in C/C++ or Java.
Scripting in JavaScript, PHP, Python or Perl.
Hands-on experience in UNIX or GNU/Linux system administration and shell scripting.
Photo/Video/DVD industry related knowledge and experience in video digitization operation is highly desired.
Ability to integrate and interpret data from diverse sources to make recommendations and find solutions.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated multitasking ability.
Strong analytical skills.
Must be proactive, self-directed, detailed, and organized.
Must be able to learn quickly and get the job done in a high–visibility, high stress situation.
Thanks.
Please send resumes to rayg@google.com

Hehe, that's me :D
If I were looking for a job I'd apply.

How strong is the DRM supposed to be? How many % of users/customers do you want to restrict?

bis besser,
T0B1A5

Mug Funky

30th November 2005, 03:37

the DRM is probably one of the bits that can't be divulged...

i'm sure google is wise enough to realise that if you can play it back you can capture it, but in most cases it doesn't matter :)

it'd be cool to work for google, but i have no C++ or 'nix skillz... but if you want a DVD encoded or a standard converted, i'm your man :). my interests don't really lie in streaming type video as i just don't like the look of any low bitrate codecs - i like bitrates in the mbps range...

charleski

30th November 2005, 04:04

Hmm just looked at The Register: Nope, no "Google set to take over world video downloads" rumour yet.
Guess they don't keep tabs on the right sites! ;) Don't worry.

int 21h

30th November 2005, 06:33

My guess would be the work would be involved with http://video.google.com/. Specifically adding some sort of a solution for rights management... google currently seems to have a strong focus on content acquisition (i.e. google base, google mail, etc.) They are going to need quite a few different pieces in place before they can really throw enough incentive in to get content providers into the mix. Assuming they could get content providers on board, they could reimburse them with ad revenue. (I mean real content providers, not things like camkaraoke.com :p)

Its a really interesting opportunity though, Google is really at the center of tech utopia at the moment. This would really be a great opportunity for someone already involved in some sort of open source video project (considering the 20% time you could use of each work week towards it).

I'd toss my hat into the ring if it weren't for my aversion for the west coast, my wife in law school, and the fact that there are so many others around here wayyy more qualified (Nic, DG, AveryL, mpucoder, fu2k, ijr of mythtv, just to name a very few...)

If one of our forum regulars does end up with this position, let us know, it'd be great to hear the hobby bearing out to real world fruit.

feedback

30th November 2005, 19:42

I like Google. However, I don't have the skillset to accommodate the recruiter... no Linux experience here. Plus, I don't care for the 'Left Coast'. ;)

Speaking of Google, I saw this tidbit about them and found it interesting.

So, read this link about honoring Google. (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2005/11/29/google_ant/)

Regards,:)

rayg

1st December 2005, 23:33

" Nic, DG, AveryL, mpucoder, fu2k, ijr of mythtv, just to name a very few...) "
If you hear from or know any of the above, I would love to get in contact with them.

rayg

2nd December 2005, 00:05

Having all of the job skills is nice, but not necessary. So, if you don't have say C++ but have something else ( like a python or perl ), we would definitely keep you in mind. So, please send your resumes to me if you are interested. You never know, if this position does not work out, something else at Google might.
Thanks again.
Ray
rayg@google.com

Sirber

2nd December 2005, 00:17

That's great :D
Happy head hunting :D

feedback

2nd December 2005, 07:07

" Nic, DG, AveryL, mpucoder, fu2k, ijr of mythtv, just to name a very few...) "
If you hear from or know any of the above, I would love to get in contact with them.
Have you tried sending them a PM?

Hmmm, they may have their PM notification disabled.

Maybe if you change the thread title to something like 'Google Job Opportunity'. Wilbert, a Mod, did indicate that it was O.K. to post about the position so I don't see why you couldn't change/edit the title... it would get more attention IMO.

Regards,:)

Wilbert

2nd December 2005, 10:14

Maybe if you change the thread title to something like 'Google Job Opportunity'. Wilbert, a Mod, did indicate that it was O.K. to post about the position so I don't see why you couldn't change/edit the title... it would get more attention IMO.
There. I changed it for him.

rayg

2nd December 2005, 20:28

Elias

2nd December 2005, 20:49

Thanks, I really appreciate all of your help. I think that this could be a great opportunity for someone in this relatively small digital video "scene" to get a dream job that fits to their interests.Well, I'd love to work for you and encode audio/video all day. Unfortunately, I'm afraid that your requirements are just too high for my part (unless you want to compromise), and I think I speak for more than just me. If you want someone who can do all that Linux stuff and audio/video stuff too, you should check this forum:

http://www.linuxquestions.org/questions/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=8

feedback

2nd December 2005, 21:43

I think I speak for more than just me.
Wrong! It is not within your purview to speak for anyone here at doom9 but yourself. :sly:
Having all of the job skills is nice, but not necessary.
Rayg is giving latitude to the various skillsets of the posters here.

However, as many of the posters are from other countries Germany, England, Australia, etc. I think rayg should say that certain job skills are desired but not required in the first post about the job description. People will take the requirements quite literally.

LIGHTNING UK! author of DVD Decrypter, hank315 author of HC encoder, LigH author of Custom Quantization Matrix Editor, neuron2 author of many Filters for Avisynth and VirtualDub, jdobbs author of DVD Rebuilder... the list goes on and on as to people probably qualified for the postion. I know for a fact hank has an MS and I believe LigH is working on his PhD in Germany.
However, they may not be so inclined to move from their mother country regardless of the compensation, but we will see in time.

Sorry for the rant.

Regards,:)

P.S. Just an FYI for rayg...dragongodz and many others in the mpeg4 and Co. section have been recruited many times by the company 'Nero' to beta test their new codecs before public release.

Elias

2nd December 2005, 22:08

Wrong! It is not within your purview to speak for anyone here at doom9 but yourself.Dude, cool down. All I meant was that the requirements for the Google job are quite demanding, and far from everyone have the skills for it. No need to bash me.

708145

2nd December 2005, 23:53

Dude, cool down. All I meant was that the requirements for the Google job are quite demanding, and far from everyone have the skills for it. No need to bash me.

Those are the max. requiremements for the job. If you get close you can still apply and you will be considered if your profile is among the closest hits.

I'd have to substitute "2+ years industry experience with digital video technology (experience with MPEG Video, DRM, set-top boxes, or satellite-related technologies preferred)." by "video encoding enthusiast with experience in HW design and test". All the rest is a perfect fit.
But I posted before that I won't quit my current occupation (phd in computer architecture).

If a similar position opens 2 years from now I'll apply :D

bis besser,
T0B1A5

charleski

3rd December 2005, 00:25

Elias

3rd December 2005, 00:35

ACTUALLY the fact is that we DON'T want you to recruit anyone from doom9!
If you do, they probably wouldn't be able to continue their great OpenSource projects that have made our lives so much easier. (Can you imagine life without Donald Graft or Avery Lee? Ouch)

Just a thought :)
[I'm confident that my medical degree and PhD in neurobiology (and 'just-in-time' approach to stuff I need to know) don't fit your requirements, which is why I'm posting this, hehe]Now is that selfish thinking or what? If anyone deserves to be recruited by Google, then it's Avery Lee. He has been giving you VirtualDub for free all this time, and you don't want him to do well with like say a well payed job at Google?

Wilbert

3rd December 2005, 00:48

Guys relax. Stop posting non-relevant stuff.

feedback

3rd December 2005, 01:04

Dude, cool down. All I meant was that the requirements for the Google job are quite demanding, and far from everyone have the skills for it. No need to bash me.
I don't mean to bash you fellow. But you are again making assumtions by stating that the job is "far from everyone have the skills for it". Unless you are a mind reader you do not know this information. You have been a member here only 1 year this month.
Additionally, I do know for a fact that Sirber's speciality is PHP4/SQL with Linux, in addition to interests in Delphi, VB6. and I have only been a member since April.
All I am asking is to Verify your information before posting.
708145 is also obviously qualified, with a PhD, for the position as are many others that are members here. I only have a BS but not in CS.

Regards,:)

edit: I just saw Wilbert's post so I am through making a point. Besides, Wilbert has his PhD in mechanical engineering.

Sirber

3rd December 2005, 02:07

Additionally, I do know for a fact that Sirber's speciality is PHP4/SQL with Linux, in addition to interests in Delphi, VB6. and I have only been a member since April.True, but I have no interrest in VB6 ;)

charleski

3rd December 2005, 02:48

Now is that selfish thinking or what? If anyone deserves to be recruited by Google, then it's Avery Lee. He has been giving you VirtualDub for free all this time, and you don't want him to do well with like say a well payed job at Google?TBH, yes it is selfish thinking, I admit it!

Ok, there are many brilliant people who have contibuted IMMENSE amounts to the OpenSource video-encoding community, DG and AL are just a sample of them (there are many, many others and I wouldn't want to take on the task of enumerating them all).
Yes, they deserve a recompense for their endevours, and I would hope all members of this board would agree with me on this, real conversion of monetary returns to those responsible for their generation is, in principle, a good idea, as long as the allocation is proportionally allocated ...
Ok, so first you have to give them their due, but second, we'd like to see you give them freedom to keep working in OpenSource, though this may well be a difficult area.The fact is that we want these people to carry on their OpenSource projects (to which people may have contributed a variety of useful informtaion)

rayg

6th December 2005, 01:47

Anytime anyone posts a job description they are looking for the " perfect candidate " with all the skillsets. That is the exception not the rule. So, I would love if people submitted their resume to me and we can discuss the opening. And, again, thanks to everyone for your ideas/suggestions. Google does allow engineers to work 20% on private projects so anyone who still wants to do open-source work is completely allowed. In fact, it is encouraged.
Again: rayg@google.com