Senior Video Streaming Engineer

Wowza Media Systems-posted 3 months ago
$100,000 - $225,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
51-100 employees
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We’re seeking a Senior Video Streaming Engineer with deep expertise in transcoding, packaging, and delivery workflows to join our engineering team. In this role, you will architect, configure, and optimize live and on-demand streaming pipelines using Wowza Streaming Engine, custom Java modules, GPU acceleration, and modern packaging standards. You will play a key role in delivering low-latency, high-quality video streams at scale.

  • Configure and optimize Wowza Streaming Engine Transcoder for real-time workflows.
  • Develop custom Java modules and extensions for transcoding pipelines.
  • Implement hardware-accelerated transcoding (NVIDIA CUDA/NVENC, AMD GPUs) for high-density encoding.
  • Design and implement CMAF packaging workflows for HLS/DASH delivery.
  • Configure adaptive bitrate ladders with seamless switching.
  • Optimize encoding parameters (MainConcept, AMD, x264/x265) for quality vs. bitrate trade-offs.
  • Implement Low-Latency HLS (LL-HLS) streaming with sub-3 second latency.
  • Benchmark and optimize transcoding performance across CPU and GPU resources.
  • Configure CMAF packetization, manifest manipulation, and push publishing to CDNs.
  • Handle ID3 metadata insertion, SCTE-35 markers, and DRM-protected CMAF streams.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues including frame drops, audio sync, and encoding artifacts.
  • 5+ years’ experience in transcoding and packaging workflows (Wowza or similar).
  • Deep knowledge of video codecs: H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, VP8/VP9.
  • Strong Java development skills for Wowza module customization.
  • Hands-on experience with GPU transcoding optimization (NVIDIA CUDA/NVENC, AMD/Xilinx).
  • Expertise in ABR streaming protocols & container formats (HLS, DASH, MPEG-TS, CMAF).
  • Experience configuring transcoder templates, encoding presets, and parameters.
  • Knowledge of Common Encryption (CENC/CBCS) for DRM.
  • Proficiency with FFmpeg and encoding frameworks (x264, x265, MainConcept).
  • Familiarity with video quality metrics (PSNR, SSIM, VMAF).
  • Strong Linux and Windows server experience.
  • Configure GOP structures, B-frames, and deinterlacing.
  • Optimize transcoding for 4K/UHD workflows.
  • Manage concurrent channels and resource allocation.
  • Debug encoding artifacts and ensure SLA-quality performance.
  • Competitive base salary: $100,000 – $225,000
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (effective Day 1)
  • 401(k) with strong company match
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Employer-paid Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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