Student Assistant Multimedia Communications
Future. Discover. Together.
Excellent research and innovation are at the centre of the work of the HHI - Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications. We are a world leader in researching mobile and optical communication networks and systems, as well as machine learning, computer vision, and compressing digital videos. Become a part of our team and join our scientific team in the multimedia communications group in a key position in the field of research, implementation, and standardization for the QUIC transport protocol. Become a part of our team and join us on our journey of research and innovation!
What you will do
Conducting research in the fields of low latency communications and multipath extension for QUIC Participating in the development of transmission schemes, protocols, and cross-layer optimizations (e.g., Access Traffic Steering, Switching, and Splitting (ATSSS)) for contributing to relevant standardization bodies Implementing prototypes involving congestion control and multipath over QUIC to optimize for Quality of Service (QoS)
What you bring to the table
You are a student in Communications/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar fields at a German university Good understanding of 5G network architecture and protocols Good knowledge of the following programming languages: C++, C#, Rust Good coding skills in terms of efficiency, readability, and cleanliness Creative thinking and interest for novel technologies Good communication skills and teamwork spirit Excellent spoken and written English
What you can expect
Fascinating topics and interesting challenges Attractive salary Modern and excellently equipped workspace in central location Great and cooperative working atmosphere in an international team Flexible working hours Opportunities to work from home Support of writing a bachelor or master thesis The position is initially limited to 1 year. An extension is explicitly desired.
The monthly working time is 80 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
If you need information about this position, please contact us: Jangwoo Son E-Mail: jangwoo.son@hhi.fraunhofer.de
Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI
Requisition Number: 79153 Application Deadline: 05/31/2025
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