Audio-Visual R&D Engineer

Product Bucharest, Romania


Description

Position at ARRISE

About Us:
ARRISE sets the benchmark for service delivery and excellence in the iGaming industry. Playing a key role in the success of its clients, which include Pragmatic Play, a brand relied upon by the world’s biggest online casinos for its cutting-edge products, ARRISE helps to deliver exceptional gaming experiences to millions of players worldwide.
Our global team of over 10,000 talented and driven professionals are shaping the future of iGaming. Headquartered in Gibraltar, we have offices spanning Canada, India, the Isle of Man, Latvia, Malta, Romania, Serbia, Bulgaria, and the UAE, and more exciting destinations on the horizon.
At ARRISE, we take pride in creating growth opportunities at all levels, constantly investing in our people while welcoming new colleagues and forging strategic partnerships that open new opportunities for success.
To achieve this, we bet on ourselves. We know that success is a collective effort, and our team is driven by ambition, collaboration, and a shared commitment to grow and succeed — while embracing every step of the journey.
Be part of the future of iGaming with 10,000 ARRISERS! See a job that excites you? Apply now, and our friendly recruitment team will connect with you soon. Your journey starts here.

Role Overview:

The AV R&D Engineer researches emerging media technologies and develops innovative solutions to enhance broadcast quality, efficiency, and scalability. They bridge theory and real-world deployment - turning ideas into working systems.
The position plays a critical role in maintaining technological competitiveness by delivering scalable, production-ready solutions for live studio and broadcast environments, including emerging domains such as AI-driven media, real-time rendering, and immersive content. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research & Innovation

  • Investigate new audio/video technologies, tools, and broadcasting standard

Stay updated on trends like:

  • Ultra HD (4K/8K), HDR, Live Tracking, Motion Capture
  • IP-based broadcasting
  • AI in media processing (e.g., upscaling, noise reduction)
  • Analyze feasibility and potential impact on broadcast workflows 

2. Prototyping & Development

  • Build proof-of-concept systems and experimental setups
  • Develop and test new workflows (e.g., cloud-based editing, remote production)
  • Write code/scripts for automation, processing, or integration 

3. Audio-Video Processing

Work with: 

  • Video codecs (H.264, H.265, AV1)
  • Audio formats and processing chains
  • Optimize compression, latency, synchronization, and quality 

4. Testing & Validation

  • Design and execute technical tests for new systems
  • Evaluate performance (quality, latency, reliability)
  • Troubleshoot issues and refine solutions 

5. System Integration

  • Integrate new technologies into existing broadcast infrastructure
  • Ensure compatibility with:
  • Cameras, mixers, servers, tracking devices, robots, video walls
  • Editing systems and playout systems, media engines
  • Support deployment into production environments 

6. Collaboration

Work with:

  • AV Broadcast engineers
  • Studio Production teams
  • IT/Network Specialists
  • Translate operational needs into technical solutions 

7. Documentation & Reporting

  • Document designs, test results, and workflows
  • Present findings and recommendations to management
  • Create technical guidelines for implementation 

8. Continuous Improvement

  • Identify inefficiencies in current workflows
  • Suggest and implement enhancements 
  • Support upgrades and modernization initiatives

Requirements:

  • 5-10 years in R&D/engineering roles
  • Proven delivery of AV systems
  • Audio/video processing, streaming technologies
  • Familiarity with AI/ML in media
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field