Goluck Konuko
Fürth,Germany
Summary
I'm deeply passionate about contributing to advancements in multimedia systems, particularly through generative model-driven optimization for enhanced processing and analysis. My research and work experiences have offered me a view of diverse challenges and application scenarios relating to video content acquisition, processing and transport. My current role bridges the gap between theoretical design and practical product development in video processing under low power, low bitrate conditions. I am greatly motivated to work in projects that address real-world challenges in multimedia processing and delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Research Scientist
Fraunhofer IIS
Erlangen
2025.03
- Applied research in next generation video processing and distribution systems.
- Research towards patentable technology
- Engineering design and development of product prototypes
- Scientific communication (Publications) and knowledge sharing (Seminars, Workshops and Demo Sessions).
Research Internship
Fraunhofer IIS
Erlangen
2024.03 - 2024.06
- Occlusion-Resilient Generative Face Video Compression
- Robust low-bitrate compression of Talking-head video content with occlusions artifacts.
Research Engineer
Telecom Paris (GPAC.io)
Paris
2020.10 - 2021.09
- Machine Learning for network-adaptive video streaming
- Applied Machine Learning/Reinforcement Learning for efficient media transport and video streaming.
- Designed and implemented field tests for novel video streaming algorithms over the MPEG DASH protocol using GPAC streaming suite.
Research Intern
Telecom Paris
Paris
2020.04 - 2020.09
- Conducted experimental study of video compression using deep animation models for low-latency, real time communication applications.
- Proposed the first end-to-end video codec that uses an animation model that achieves realistic video reconstruction within the constraints of a video conferencing environment.
Research Assistant
The Technical University of Kenya
Nairobi
2018.05 - 2020.06
- Software development and electronic project prototyping - Worked within the Center for Engineering Innovation and Production.
- Prepared demo material for software and hardware systems - Presented product prototypes at local shows and fairs.
Network Design Engineer
Brent Networks LTD
Nairobi
2017.03 - 2018.02
- Conducted feasibility studies, design and documentation of fiber optic networks - Last mile network deployment.
- Team lead in fiber to the home deployments.
- Cost estimation for fiber network connection in residential areas.
Education
Doctoral Researcher - Signal processing for video communication
Universite Paris-Saclay
Palaiseau 2021.11 - 2024.12
Master of Multimedia Networking - undefined
Universite Paris-Saclay
Paris 2019.09 - 2020.06
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
The Technical University of Kenya
Nairobi 2011.09 - 2016.12
Skills
- Algorithmic and Learned Image/Video Compression (H26x, JPEG-XS)
- Multimedia streaming: MPEG DASH and HLS , ABR streaming algorithm design
- Cloud and Edge Computer Vision Pipelines : Detection, Segmentation, Video Understanding
- Programming: Python and Matlab
- Product Design and Development
- Leadership: Product owner and co-team lead
Languages
English
Beginner
French
Beginner
Swahili
Beginner
German
Beginner
References
- Stephane, Lathuiliere, Dr., stephane.lathuiliere@telecom-paris.fr, LTCI, Telecom Paris - IP Paris
- Giuseppe, Valenzise, Dr., giuseppe.valenzise@centralesupelec.fr, L2S, CentraleSupelec-Universite Paris Saclay
- Winston, Ojenge, Dr., wojenge@gmail.com, 0767668276, ACTS AI Institute (ACAII)
Hobbies
Music, Hiking and Biking
Courses
- Engineering Graduate Development Program, Viscar LTD SEPTEMBER 2016 — NOVEMBER 2016
- I2M Training, Philips Foundation-Unicef MAY 2019 — MAY 2019
- IoT Networks Design, Motorola Solutions/Strathmore University MARCH 2018 — MAY 2018
Timeline
Research Scientist
Fraunhofer IIS
2025.03
Research Internship
Fraunhofer IIS
2024.03 - 2024.06
Doctoral Researcher - Signal processing for video communication
Universite Paris-Saclay
2021.11 - 2024.12
Research Engineer
Telecom Paris (GPAC.io)
2020.10 - 2021.09
Research Intern
Telecom Paris
2020.04 - 2020.09
Master of Multimedia Networking - undefined
Universite Paris-Saclay
2019.09 - 2020.06
Research Assistant
The Technical University of Kenya
2018.05 - 2020.06
Network Design Engineer
Brent Networks LTD
2017.03 - 2018.02
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
The Technical University of Kenya
2011.09 - 2016.12