Roku Engineer

Posted 6 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
Mid level
Software
The Role
Lead development and migration of Roku applications to a universal backend. Architect, build, optimize, and debug BrightScript/SceneGraph apps for diverse Roku devices, integrate RESTful services, use Roku frameworks (advertising, analytics), and work with video streaming/encoding technologies. Collaborate with backend teams, participate in code reviews, and recommend innovations across streaming platforms.
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Shape the Future with TribalScale

At TribalScale, we're not just participating in digital transformation—we're driving it. As global leaders in innovation, we combine Agile methodologies and cutting-edge AI, including Large Language Models (LLMs), to create digital solutions that propel enterprises into the future. Based in Toronto with a hybrid workforce across the Americas, we're on an ambitious mission to "Right the Future." If you're a bold innovator ready to push the boundaries of what's possible, we invite you to join our team of digital pioneers.

Our Digital Expertise

  • Transformation Experts: We transform traditional business models into agile, AI-powered ecosystems.
  • Strategic Visionaries: We navigate the uncharted waters of technological evolution.
  • Product Virtuosos: We orchestrate the creation of world-class digital solutions.
  • Code Optimizers: We leverage AI to refine and perfect digital systems.

Our Technological Toolkit

  • Mobile & Web Development: (iOS, Android, React Native, React, Node.js)
  • Voice-Activated Platforms: (Amazon Alexa, Google Home)
  • Connected Ecosystems: (Cars and Homes)
  • Streaming Platforms: (Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, tvOS)

The TribalScale Professional

You thrive in challenging environments where innovation is key. Your passion for technology is matched only by your drive to redefine its limits. You seek more than a job; you seek a calling—a chance to make a lasting impact on the digital landscape.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Roku Application Engineer to lead the migration of multiple Roku Apps to a universal back end while adding new features. This is for an upcoming project with one of our clients in the US media space. In this role, you will architect and build world-class Roku applications using BrightScript and SceneGraph, optimize performance for a wide range of Roku devices—including legacy models with memory constraints—and contribute your expertise in video streaming technologies. Experience with Android TV and Apple TV ecosystems is a bonus.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and Maintain Roku Apps: Design, code, test, and debug Roku applications using BrightScript and SceneGraph.
  • Platform Optimization: Address the challenges of working with a wide range of Roku devices, particularly older models with strict memory and performance constraints.
  • Framework Integration: Utilize core Roku frameworks (e.g., Roku Advertising Framework, Roku Analytics) and ensure compliance with the submission requirements for the Roku Channel Store.
  • Video Streaming Expertise: Work with various video streaming and encoding technologies, including mainstream open-source video libraries.
  • Cross-Platform Knowledge: Leverage your experience with Android TV (and, ideally, Apple TV) development to bring a holistic perspective to the project.
  • Backend Collaboration: Work closely with backend teams to integrate RESTful web services into the Roku ecosystem.
  • Innovation & Exploration: Stay abreast of emerging video platforms/technologies and suggest innovative approaches to enhance our applications.
  • Collaboration: Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting sessions, and technical discussions to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Required Qualifications
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Proven experience developing world-class Roku applications using BrightScript and SceneGraph.
    • In-depth knowledge of the Roku device ecosystem, including strategies for optimizing performance and memory usage on older devices.
    • Experience with core Roku frameworks (Advertising, Analytics, etc.) and familiarity with the Roku Channel Store submission process.
    • Strong background in debugging, threading, and rendering issues in embedded systems.
    • Solid understanding and practical experience with RESTful web services.
  • Video Streaming: Demonstrated experience with video streaming/encoding technologies and familiarity with open-source video libraries.
  • Cross-Platform Exposure: Experience (or exposure) to Android TV and Apple TV development, including working knowledge of relevant languages (e.g., Kotlin/Java for Android; Swift/Objective-C for Apple TV) is a plus.
  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
  • Other: Ability to pass a background check; a passion for exploring new platforms and technologies.
Bonus Skills
  • Experience with Kaizen mobile platforms.
  • Previous experience migrating applications to a universal backend.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why Choose TribalScale

At TribalScale, collaboration is at the heart of our innovative approach. We don't simply work for clients; we form partnerships, building transformative solutions that redefine what's possible. Our team, once at the forefront of the mobile revolution, now leads the charge in AI-driven innovation.

We empower each team member to be a catalyst for change, adhering to our principles of meritocracy, empowerment, and transparency. Diversity isn't just celebrated—it's fundamental to our strength. Our mission to "Right the Future" is a call to action to make a significant impact in the world of innovation.


Diversity: Our Collective Strength

TribalScale proudly stands as a beacon of equal opportunity in employment and workplace culture. We are steadfastly committed to equal employment opportunity, transcending the boundaries of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, able-bodiedness, or gender identity.

We not only welcome but actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities, ages, citizenships, marital statuses, and gender identities. Your unique perspective is the key to our collective innovation.

Should you require any accommodations, we implore you to inform us. Our commitment to inclusivity knows no bounds, and we stand ready to adapt our processes to ensure your comfort and success.


Skills Required

  • Proven experience developing Roku applications using BrightScript and SceneGraph.
  • In-depth knowledge of the Roku device ecosystem and strategies to optimize performance and memory on older devices.
  • Experience with core Roku frameworks (Roku Advertising Framework, Roku Analytics) and familiarity with Roku Channel Store submission requirements.
  • Strong background in debugging, threading, and rendering issues in embedded systems.
  • Practical experience integrating and consuming RESTful web services (REST APIs).
  • Demonstrated experience with video streaming and encoding technologies and mainstream open-source video libraries.
  • Experience leading the migration of Roku apps to a universal backend.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
  • Ability to pass a background check.
  • Experience or exposure to Android TV and Apple TV development (Kotlin/Java, Swift/Objective-C).
  • Experience with Kaizen mobile platforms.
  • Previous experience migrating applications to a universal backend.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced teams.
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The Company
New York, NY
89 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

We build digital products and transform businesses. We help the world’s largest enterprises and best entrepreneurs identify strategic opportunities to build, design, and release cutting-edge technology solutions to benefit their customers. All services under one roof: strategy, design, development, and QA. We are fluent across platforms. Whether it be building cloud-native applications, refactoring code, creating web, mobile, in-vehicle Voice apps, connecting businesses to their users, or improving accessibility, we've done it all. We'll help you and your team create and release digital products that benefit your business, and your users. Not a massive development shop, VC firm, or design agency. But a unique group of skilled individuals, all feeding on one another's talent.

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