PhD Research Intern - Imaging Research (Summer 2025)

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. The Advanced Technology Group (ATG) is the research division of the company. ATG’s mission is to look ahead, deliver insights, and innovate technological solutions that will fuel Dolby’s continued growth. As a valued member of the Dolby team, you’ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continuously push the boundaries of audio, imaging, and cloud technology to create spectacular entertainment experiences.  

As a diverse and dynamic group, our ATG researchers work on cutting-edge projects related to computer science and electrical engineering for audio, video, and cloud technologies, exploring exciting domains such as AI/ML, algorithms, digital signal processing, audio processing, image processing, computer vision, AR/VR, data science & analytics, distributed systems, cloud, edge & mobile computing, computer networking, and IoT. 

What is the Research Internship Program?  

As a Research Intern at Dolby, you will have the opportunity to define and lead your own pioneering research project that connects big-picture change with the meticulous detail of technological innovation. Our intern research projects are driven by a greater purpose: enhancing the human experience. 

With the guidance of Dolby’s leading media technology experts, you will delve into your own innovative projects across exciting domains, which could include, but not limited to: Bringing Human Perception into Digital Experiences, Personalizing Content, Enhancing Wellbeing and Healthcare, Nurturing Deeper Connections, and Enhancing Education and Learning Experiences. 

This opportunity will be based out of our research offices in Sunnyvale, CA. 

What are we looking for in candidates? 

We are seeking current PhD students with a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. To be eligible, you should have completed at least one year of your doctoral program. Along with solid technical skills, candidates should demonstrate problem-solving and analytical abilities, good communication and collaboration skills, a curiosity for how and why things work as they do, and a passion for audio, video, movies, music, or game technology. You have a desire to bring in new ideas and are open to learning from others. 

Summary of Position: 

We are a key research team within Dolby’s Advanced Technology Group, focused on creating cutting edge imaging technologies that drive next generation consumer experiences. 

Requirements: 

• Working towards a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.  

• Demonstrated application of computer vision methods to real-world problems. 

• Solid background in the theory of image/video processing, and mathematics. 

• Proven ability to demonstrate results through projects, prototypes, patent filings, and papers in peer reviewed journals and conferences. 

• Proficiency in MATLAB, C/C++, or Python 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Highly Desired Experience in one of the following: 

• Machine learning applied to computer vision problems 

• Image processing with new sensors: RGB, SPAD, Event-based sensors 

• Image capture, fusion 

• Color science and human perception, cross-modal or multi-modal perception 

• Machine learning/deep learning-based video compression approaches 

• Volumetric video representations, novel view synthesis (3D, NeRF, light field, Gaussian Splatting) and compression. 

• Novel computer graphics techniques for image rendering 

• Video pre-/post-processing algorithms with deep learning 

• Semantic computer vision 

• Multi-modal (combination of video, audio, 360, 3D) representations and algorithms 

• Human machine interface; sensor, identification/recognition/tracking, computer vision, and deep learning, measuring engagement 

• Experience with hardware prototyping platforms (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Jetson) 

• Practical experience in one or more of the aforementioned innovation zones  

We will review applications on a rolling basis. For the best chance to have your resume reviewed and considered, we recommend submitting your application by September 25, 2024 

Eligibility: 

Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Must be available to work full-time Monday – Friday for 12 weeks between May/June 2025 – August/September 2025. 

The start dates for this internship are as follows (please note these dates are not flexible): 

• May 19, 2025 or 

• June 16, 2025 

The San Francisco/Bay Area base hourly range for this internship position is $50-57/hr and can vary if outside of this location. Our hourly ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific hourly range and perks and benefits for your location during the hiring process.

Dolby will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code, Article 49, and Administrative Code, Article 12

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Dolby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our success depends on the combined skills and talents of all our employees. We are committed to making employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, family status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.