Senior Software Engineer, Infra

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building and maintaining high-performance distributed systems. Your expertise in Java allows you to design and optimize online inference infrastructure effectively. You thrive in collaborative environments and value ownership and transparency in your work. You understand the importance of observability capabilities and have experience implementing them in real-time systems.

You are familiar with cloud computing and have worked with various cloud platforms to deploy scalable applications. Your background includes optimizing systems for performance and reliability, ensuring that they can handle millions of requests efficiently. You are a proactive problem solver who enjoys tackling complex challenges and continuously improving processes.

Desirable

Experience with search and recommendation systems is a plus, as is familiarity with data-driven decision-making processes. You have a keen interest in user experience and understand how backend systems impact the overall streaming experience. You are open to learning new technologies and methodologies to enhance your skill set and contribute to the team's success.

What you'll do

As a Senior Software Engineer at Roku, you will play a crucial role in the Search & Recommendations Platform Engineering team. You will design and implement features that enhance the streaming experience for millions of users worldwide. Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining the core infrastructure that powers search, personalization, and content discovery across all Roku devices.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and data scientists, to ensure that the platform meets user needs and business goals. Your work will involve optimizing algorithms for real-time search and ranking, as well as implementing observability tools to monitor system performance.

You will also be responsible for conducting code reviews and mentoring junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and best practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team. You will participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the overall technical direction of the platform.

What we offer

At Roku, you will be part of a fast-growing public company that values innovation and teamwork. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have the chance to work on cutting-edge technology that impacts how people watch TV around the world. Join us in our mission to connect consumers to the content they love and shape the future of streaming.