Roku is changing how the world watches TV
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.
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.
Roku is seeking a highly technical and versatile Senior Partner Engineer to drive the success of our high-profile content partners and ensure their streaming experiences thrive on the Roku platform. This is a unique opportunity to work with leading media companies such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO, and Disney, while shaping the way millions of users engage with streaming entertainment.
For California & New York Only - The estimated base salary for this position is between $195,000 - $212,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.
What you'll be doing- Act as the primary technical advisor to key partners, helping define how their content and brand are presented within the Roku ecosystem.
- Provide strategic technical leadership throughout the application development lifecycle—from design and architecture, through development, certification, launch, and ongoing updates.
- Influence partner and internal roadmaps by providing technical guidance, best practices, and insights from the partner community.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Roku engineering, product, business development, and partner management teams to ensure a seamless partner integration experience.
- Represent Roku as a technical thought leader in partner meetings, executive briefings, and industry events.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the ongoing evolution of Roku’s SDKs, tools, and developer documentation.
- Provide post-launch technical support, guiding partners through application updates, optimization, and issue resolution.
- This is a highly visible role that combines deep technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills. You will work directly with executives, engineers, and product managers both inside Roku and at partner companies, balancing technical depth with business impact.
- 7+ years of software development experience, with at least 3+ years working in customer- or partner-facing engineering roles.
- Strong programming expertise in C++ or similar system-level languages (e.g., Rust, Go, Objective-C).
- Hands-on experience with both managed and native software frameworks.
- Proven ability to influence and enable third-party developers, including building tools, SDK improvements, or technical documentation.
- Deep knowledge of video streaming protocols (HLS, DASH, Smooth Streaming), DRM, content protection, and performance optimization for embedded or constrained devices.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), REST/GraphQL APIs, and distributed systems.
- Experience with Linux, Git, and modern CI/CD practices.
- Knowledge of OpenGL or graphics frameworks and exposure to mobile/console gaming development is a plus.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present technical concepts to both engineering and executive audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.
The Roku Culture
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.
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What We Do
Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. We connect users to the streaming content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers with unique capabilities to engage consumers. Roku streaming players and Roku TV™ models are available around the world through direct retail sales and licensing arrangements with TV OEMs and service operators.
