About Client:
The client is a global technology, consulting, and digital solutions company with problem-solving abilities and an emphasis on developing ingenious solutions that allow its clients to remain competitive, profitable, and secure in an evolving business environment.
Client anticipates and leads change to remain in the leader's quadrant for profitable growth, driven by partnerships with globally leading hyperscales like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft. It has built strong capabilities in new as well as existing technologies such as cloud, data, and digital, pioneering new frontiers.

Salary Range: CAD $80K-$110K/Month

Job Description:

• Seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer II to join our Roku Player SDK Team
• This team is responsible for developing and optimizing video playback experiences across Roku platforms ensuring highquality seamless streaming experiences for millions of users worldwide including on our flagship streaming service Max
• You will work within a growing team of talented engineers across the globe dedicated to innovation in streaming technology for Roku devices
• As a Software Development Engineer II you will contribute to the delivery of new video playbackrelated features for the Roku platform across the WBD streaming app suite
• You will be expected to ensure these features are delivered with good quality and in a timely manner
• You will work closely with other engineers and your manager to contribute to the planning of future sprints for new Rokuspecific features and bug fixes
• To be successful in this position you should have a solid track record of building highperformance applications for Roku and a good understanding of Software Architecture and Design principles within the Roku ecosystem
• You should be comfortable using common industry tools for software development including IDEs build and continuous integration systems source code control management and code review tools with a focus on the Roku development environment
• You will contribute to the design and implementation of highquality Roku applications while working within a professional team environment
• You should be an effective communicator and be able to author clear technical documentation describing approaches to solving problems on the Roku platform including Brightscriptspecific considerations

Responsibilities:

• Design develop and maintain components of the Roku Player SDK for various Roku devices
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including product managers designers and other engineering teams to enhance the video playback experience on Roku
• Contribute to the optimization of streaming performance on Roku devices ensuring low latency high quality and smooth playback utilizing the Roku Media Player
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to media streaming buffering and DRM specifically on the Roku platform and within Brightscript
• Ensure code quality through unit testing integration testing and participation in code reviews with a focus on Brightscript and Rokuspecific testing methodologies
• Stay up to date with Rokus latest technologies and industry best practices to contribute to the SDKs evolution on the Roku platform
• Work across teams and disciplines to explore and document technical solutions for Roku contributing to the evaluation of technical tradeoffs using the latest streaming media technologies and video capabilities within the Roku environment

The Essentials

• using Brightscript3 years of software development experience with a significant focus on Roku development
• Strong proficiency in Brightscript and experience with the Roku SDK and Roku Media Player

Requirements:

• A bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Solid problemsolving skills and the ability to debug moderately complex issues on the Roku platform including Brightscript debugging
• Familiarity with CICD pipelines automated testing concepts and Agile development methodologies within the context of Roku development
• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fastpaced environment including discussing Rokuspecific challenges and solutions
• Experience with the architecture design and implementation of moderately complex Roku applications with an understanding of scalability testability and performance tuning on Roku devices
• Familiarity with scripting languages commonly used in conjunction with Roku development
• Willingness to participate in periodic oncall support for critical emergent customerfacing issues on Roku with guidance
• Ability to provide guidance and mentorship to more junior engineers on the team regarding Roku development best practices and Brightscript
• Previous experience working with video playback on Roku devices
• Familiarity with video analytics and telemetry concepts as they relate to Roku applications

The Nice to Haves:

• Good understanding of video streaming protocols eg HLS DASH and their implementation on Roku
• Experience with DRM technologies eg PlayReady integration on the Roku platform
• Experience with user interface development using the Roku SceneGraph framework
• Familiarity with Roku deployment processes and channel certification

About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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