Software Engineer

NBCUniversal • New York, NY

5h • $105,000 - $145,000

About The Position

The Media Group at NBCU supports a powerhouse collection of consumer-first brands including Peacock, NBC, Bravo, NBC Sports, and NBCU International. With unequalled scale, our teams make the most out of every opportunity to collaborate and learn from one another. We’re always looking for ways to innovate faster, accelerate our growth and consistently offer the very best in consumer experience. But most of all, we’re backed by a culture of respect. We embrace authenticity and inspire people to thrive.
Our streaming video SDK is at the forefront of technology, leveraging modern video codecs, adaptive bitrate streaming, low-latency streaming, and support for live streaming. We ensure seamless playback across various platforms, including smart TVs and Roku devices. This compatibility allows us to reach a wide audience and provide exceptional streaming experiences regardless of the device or operating system.
Join us as a Roku Software Engineer as we redefine the future of streaming video technology. Together, we will shape our culture, solve technical problems, and create extraordinary streaming experiences that captivate audiences worldwide.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in delivering Video Player SDK solutions and supporting seamless integration.
• Two years of experience implementing and delivering commercial software products within an agile development environment, utilizing version control systems such as GitHub and issue tracking tools like Jira.
• Proficiency in BrightScript (Roku’s proprietary language) and the SceneGraph framework, with a solid understanding of software engineering principles and the trade-offs between memory and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with Roku development tools and video playback components, such as roVideoPlayer or SceneGraph video nodes.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a distributed global team.
• Knowledge of software testing principles and experience in writing and executing comprehensive test cases.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and analytical mindset to troubleshoot and debug issues efficiently.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with streaming video technologies, protocols, and standards, such as HLS, DASH, and streaming video monitoring tools such as Conviva
• Experience in embedded systems, game development, or other performance-critical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document new features for the streaming video SDK on Roku, ensuring high-quality code and adherence to coding standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across the organization to gather requirements, understand user needs, and provide technical expertise.
• Continuously improve software performance, scalability, and processes, enhancing the functionality and optimizing the Roku video SDK.
• Provide production support, promptly investigating and resolving incidents, ensuring system stability, and minimizing downtime.
• Deliver regular releases of the streaming video SDK, following established schedules and version control practices.
• Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of existing features, ensuring code integrity and addressing technical debt.
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to code quality, and actively propose innovative ideas and solutions.
• Actively contribute to the overall improvement of the software development process, proposing and implementing innovative ideas and solutions.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level