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About the Role
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, aiming to power every television globally. This role offers the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers while gaining meaningful experience across various disciplines.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop core features of the Roku Operating System (OS) application framework.
- Contribute to the development of new software features and resolution of software defects within the code base.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Development, UI Design, Platform Services, and Release Management to support Roku’s overall application development initiatives.
- Analyze user needs, identify root causes of technical issues, and apply debugging tools to implement solutions.
- Develop software using C++ and BrightScript technologies.
- Implement efficient algorithms to support parsing and rendering of data from the Roku network.
- Investigate, diagnose, and resolve issues within the Roku platform, utilizing JIRA for issue tracking and agile project management.
- Participate in design discussions, contribute to specifications, and develop scalable business solutions that optimize system performance and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 5 years of progressive experience in the position or a related occupation.
- Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 3 years of experience in the position or a related occupation.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Embedded systems based on Linux operating system.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in C++ programming and Python scripting language.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Front-end application development for embedded devices.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Data structure and algorithm implementation.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Agile software development and JIRA bug tracking tools.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Design and architecture of complex software systems.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in API design considerations and tradeoffs.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Debugging of complex systems.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Performance optimization, memory management, and multi-threaded development.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Peer code reviews; writing unit, integration, and functional tests.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in Diagnosing, investigating, and resolving production issues.
- At least 3 years of prior work experience in CI/CD tooling using GitLab and Jenkins.
- Experience with software design patterns.
- Experience developing SDKs, APIs, or developer tools.
- Experience with Consumer Electronics and media codecs, streaming experience.
Skills
- C++
- BrightScript
- Embedded systems
- Linux
- Python
- Front-end application development
- Data structure
- Algorithm implementation
- Agile software development
- JIRA
- Software design
- API design
- Debugging
- Performance optimization
- Memory management
- Multi-threaded development
- Code reviews
- Unit testing
- Integration testing
- Functional testing
- CI/CD
- GitLab
- Jenkins
- Software design patterns
- SDK development
- API development
- Developer tools
- Consumer Electronics
- Media codecs
- Streaming
Location
- Remote (partial)
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5 years
- 3 years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
Benefits
- Global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources.
- Healthcare (medical, dental, and vision).
- Life, accident, and disability insurance.
- Commuter benefits.
- Retirement options (401(k)/pension).
- Paid time off in accordance with local leave policies.
About the Company
- Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world.
- Roku pioneered streaming to the TV.
- Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem.
- We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.
- Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams generally work in the office Monday through Thursday.
- Fridays are generally flexible for remote work, except for employees whose specific roles or assigned office location require five days' a week attendance.
- Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own.
- We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check.
- We appreciate a sense of humor.
- We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams.
- We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust.
- In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.
- We have a unique culture that we are proud of.
- We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea.
- We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer.
- That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.
- To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.
Equal Opportunity
- Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law.
- If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.