Senior Software Engineer, Roku TV, C++, Linux
Hybrid
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Full Time
03-04-2025
Job Specifications
Teamwork makes the stream work.
Roku Is Changing How The World Watches TV
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the US 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.
About The Team
At Roku, you'll work on a platform that real people use every day. Imagine showcasing the results of your hard work to your family and friends, and seeing it on display in your favorite stores' electronics department.
Roku prides itself on creating successful products using cost-effective SoCs, leveraging the talents of our software engineers to maximize limited resources.
About The Role
As a senior member of the Platform Engineering team, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring that the 120+ million TV, Player, and Audio devices running Roku OS offer the best possible user experience by optimizing the system for performance, stability, and reliability. This position demands a deep understanding of embedded systems and Linux OS, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
What You'll Be Doing
Design and Development: Create and maintain embedded software for Roku streaming devices.
Optimization: Enhance software performance, stability, and reliability.
Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features.
Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve complex software issues.
Quality Assurance: Ensure software quality through rigorous testing and code reviews.
Code Reviews: Participate in architecture reviews and code reviews.
Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior engineers.
We're Excited If You Have
Educational Background: BS/MS degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.
Programming Skills: Proficiency in C/C++ programming languages.
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and Linux OS.
Integration and Debugging: Experience with hardware/software integration and debugging.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Communication and Teamwork: Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Nice to Have
ARM Architecture: Experience with software development on ARM architecture.
Multimedia and Streaming: Familiarity with multimedia frameworks and streaming protocols is a plus.
Networking Protocols: Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, etc.).
Industry Experience: Prior experience in the consumer electronics industry.
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). 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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About the Company
With the #1 platform for streaming television in the U.S., Roku wants to revolutionize the way the world watches TV. Our Roku-branded TVs, Roku TV models, Smart Home system, streaming players, audio equipment, and the purpose-built operating system that powers it all can turn any home into a home theater, with seamless integration of hardware and software. Our commitment to our users extends to our brand studio, which creates innovative Roku Originals exclusively for The Roku Channel, a free channel that reaches approximat... Know more
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