Job Summary

Job Description

The Technology + Product organization works at the intersection of media and technology and our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products and next-generation technologies that transform the customer experience.

About the Role:

As a Roku Engineer on the PlayerPlatform team, you'll be at the forefront of streaming technology, developing client-side libraries used by millions of viewers to stream content on their Roku devices. You'll be joining one of the largest streaming platforms in the world, powering the video experience that brings entertainment into homes across America. Our Player Platform SDK is the beating heart of the Xfinity TV experience on Roku, integrating cutting-edge video streaming, content protection, advertising, and analytics services into a seamless viewing experience for our customers.

Who does the Roku Engineer work with?

You'll collaborate with an elite team of industry experts who are pushing the boundaries of streaming technology. Working alongside software architects, Roku specialists, data scientists, and video streaming technologists, you'll be part of an innovative ecosystem that's redefining how millions of people consume entertainment. Your small, agile scrum team will give you the opportunity to make a massive impact while working with some of the brightest minds in streaming technology.

What are some exciting problems you'll be working on?

As a Roku Engineer, you'll tackle challenges at a scale few developers ever experience. Your code will power entertainment experiences on millions of Roku devices nationwide! You'll solve complex streaming challenges, optimize video delivery, and create features that viewers interact with daily.

Imagine the thrill of seeing your work in action during the Super Bowl, when millions of concurrent viewers are streaming through your code! You'll be part of the team ensuring flawless playback during peak viewing events that bring the nation together. Your contributions will help shape the future of how Americans watch television in the streaming era.

What You’ll Do:

• Creating high-performance BrightScript components that deliver buffer-free streaming to millions
• Building innovative solutions for one of the nation's largest streaming platforms
• Optimizing video rendering to provide crystal-clear 4K HDR experiences
• Implementing sophisticated features that seamlessly blend live TV, on-demand content, and DVR functionality
• Collaborating on next-generation streaming technologies that will define the industry's future
• Troubleshooting complex streaming challenges in a high-visibility, high-impact environment

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years Roku application development experience
• 4+ years software development experience
• Demonstrated success shipping production apps on the Roku Channel Store
• Strong BrightScript programming expertise and passion for clean, efficient code
• Deep understanding of Roku SceneGraph framework and streaming media concepts
• Up-to-date knowledge of Roku OS capabilities and optimization techniques
• Hands-on experience with DASH video implementation and streaming protocols
• Agile development experience in fast-paced environments
• Problem-solving prowess and ability to diagnose complex streaming issues
• Strong plus: Experience building custom video players or working with adaptive streaming technologies

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Skills:

Roku (Inactive); BrightScript; Software Development; Video Streaming; Agile Methodology

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