Senior Software Engineer

Posted 27 Days Ago
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Austin, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
News + Entertainment
The Role
Designs and develops core Roku OS application framework features using C++ and BrightScript. Responsibilities include embedded Linux development, algorithm implementation, debugging, performance optimization, memory management, multithreaded programming, API and SDK development, testing, CI/CD, production issue resolution, and collaboration across product, design, platform, and release teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Teamwork makes the stream work.
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.


What you'll be doing
  • 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.
You are required to have
  • 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.
  • Will also accept 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.
  • Must have at least 3 years of prior work experience in the following:
    1. Embedded systems based on Linux operating system.
    2. C++ programming and Python scripting language.
    3. Front-end application development for embedded devices.
    4. Data structure and algorithm implementation.
    5. Agile software development and JIRA bug tracking tools.
    6. Design and architecture of complex software systems.
    7. API design considerations and tradeoffs.
    8. Debugging of complex systems.
    9. Performance optimization, memory management, and multi-threaded development.
    10. Peer code reviews; writing unit, integration, and functional tests.
    11. Diagnosing, investigating, and resolving production issues.
    12. CI/CD tooling using GitLab and Jenkins.
    13. Experience with software design patterns.
    14. Experience developing SDKs, APIs, or developer tools.
    15. Consumer Electronics and media codecs, streaming experience.

Up to 1 day per week telecommuting may be permitted

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What's Roku's approach to hybrid working?

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.


What are some of the benefits?

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). Employees are supported in taking time off, in accordance with local leave policies and other personal needs to support 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.


Accommodations

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 [email protected].


What should I know about Roku's 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.

By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing [email protected].

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, plus 5 years of progressive experience
  • Alternatively, a Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, plus 3 years of experience
  • At least 3 years of experience with embedded systems based on Linux
  • At least 3 years of experience with C++ programming and Python scripting
  • At least 3 years of experience developing front-end applications for embedded devices
  • At least 3 years of experience implementing data structures and algorithms
  • At least 3 years of experience with Agile software development and JIRA bug tracking
  • At least 3 years of experience designing and architecting complex software systems
  • At least 3 years of experience with API design considerations and tradeoffs
  • At least 3 years of experience debugging complex systems
  • At least 3 years of experience with performance optimization, memory management, and multithreaded development
  • At least 3 years of experience conducting peer code reviews and writing unit, integration, and functional tests
  • At least 3 years of experience diagnosing, investigating, and resolving production issues
  • At least 3 years of experience with CI/CD tooling using GitLab and Jenkins
  • At least 3 years of experience with software design patterns
  • At least 3 years of experience developing SDKs, APIs, or developer tools
  • At least 3 years of experience with consumer electronics, media codecs, and streaming

Roku Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Roku and has not been reviewed or approved by Roku.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is positioned as competitive across many roles, with frequent emphasis on strong base and total compensation relative to market expectations. Fair-pay perception appears comparatively stronger than overall satisfaction with the broader rewards package.
  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is framed as a standout, with sizable employer premium contributions that can reduce employee premiums significantly depending on plan choice. Preventive care and mental-health support are also described as part of the core offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are presented as broad, including paid holidays, PTO, and multiple leave categories such as bereavement and family-related leave. Self-managed or “unlimited” PTO is also described for many salaried roles, supporting flexibility in taking time off.

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The Company
HQ: San Jose, CA
2,724 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

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.

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