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Full-Time

Director – Software Engineering

Android

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Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll

501-1,000 employees

Streaming service for anime and dramas

Consumer Goods
Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$220k - $275kAnnually

+ Performance Bonus + Employer Matched Retirement Savings + Time-off Programs + Health Benefits + Perks

Expert

Culver City, CA, USA

Category
Android Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Software Testing
Java
Android Development
Requirements
  • 10+ years of applicable engineering/development experience
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in a software engineering capacity
  • High-level understanding of Android development technologies, frameworks and languages
  • Demonstrated leadership in establishing code quality, software testing, and product reliability in Android development teams
  • Familiar with modern Android development tools and practices
  • Experience in aligning Android development strategies with business goals
  • Experience in creating development roadmaps
  • Experience in implementing and overseeing testing processes, test automation, continuous integration and delivery
  • Technology skills: Languages: Kotlin, Java
  • Experience with frameworks like Jetpack libraries
Responsibilities
  • Build mobile, tablet, automotive, living room devices, and partner devices
  • Foster a culture of excellence in operations, engineering, and delivery
  • Continue team development and collaboration

Crunchyroll specializes in streaming anime, manga, and Asian dramas for a global audience. It operates on a subscription-based model, offering both free ad-supported content and premium memberships that provide benefits like early episode access and high-definition streaming. Unlike larger streaming services, Crunchyroll focuses exclusively on niche content that appeals to dedicated fans of anime and Asian pop culture. The company also generates revenue through merchandise sales and original content production, fostering a strong community around its platform. Crunchyroll's goal is to serve and engage anime enthusiasts while building a loyal customer base.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$26.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

26%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Crunchyroll's strong brand and loyal customer base provide a stable platform for growth and innovation.
  • Collaborations with popular figures like rapper Logic and partnerships with gaming companies like Gameloft expand Crunchyroll's reach and influence.
  • The continuous addition of new shows and home media releases keeps the content fresh and engaging for subscribers.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive streaming market requires Crunchyroll to continuously innovate to retain its niche audience.
  • Dependence on licensing agreements for popular anime titles could pose risks if content providers choose to partner with competitors.

What makes Crunchyroll unique

  • Crunchyroll's exclusive focus on anime, manga, and Asian dramas sets it apart from general streaming services like Netflix and Hulu.
  • The dual revenue model of ad-supported free content and premium subscriptions allows Crunchyroll to cater to a wide range of users while ensuring a steady income.
  • Crunchyroll's venture into original content production and merchandise sales further strengthens its brand and community engagement.