Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Service Mesh

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Roku

Roku

1,001-5,000 employees

Streaming devices and content distribution services

Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$186k - $388kAnnually

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Position is for New York only.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Python
Docker
AWS
Go
Prometheus
Terraform
Requirements
  • expertise in Terraform, Kubernetes, and Istio
  • proficiency in Golang, Python, or Shell for application and automation development
  • Strong hands-on experience in cloud technologies. AWS, ECS, and Kubernetes (EKS, GKE, AKS, or others) are preferred
  • A demonstrated understanding of overall infrastructure design and developing tools to enable and automate the infrastructure
  • Experience with a high-level scripting language (such as Python) and a system programming language (such as Go)
  • Strong experience with Kubernetes
  • Production experience in testing and deploying applications via modern CI/CD tools and concepts
  • Familiarity with Observability tools like Prometheus, Thanos, Loki, Grafana, etc.
  • The drive and self-motivation to understand the intricate details of a complex infrastructure environment
  • Ability to work independently
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical project stakeholders
  • Experience with integrating AI tools to improve processes and reduce toil is a plus
  • Master’s degree or equivalent experience (8+ years)
Responsibilities
  • Help architect, design, build, and deploy Roku’s next-generation service mesh and cloud infrastructure
  • Contribute to evolving our deployments by building solutions using Docker, Kubernetes, Istio/Envoy, and Terraform
  • Join in efforts to investigate new technology and tools to be adopted by Roku
  • Help build and integrate security as part of the infrastructure
  • Collaborate on internal customer engagements as we migrate workloads to Kubernetes + Istio + open-source observability tools and technologies
  • Work closely with the Observability team to integrate and scale existing and new observability tools as part of a holistic solution
  • Work closely with the SRE team to maintain the availability of our services and improve onboarding workflows
  • Mentor other team members to define and adopt new or improve existing processes and procedures

Roku provides a range of products and services in the streaming television market, primarily targeting consumers in the U.S. and Mexico. Their offerings include Roku-branded TVs, streaming players, audio equipment, and a Smart Home system, all powered by a specialized operating system that enhances the home theater experience. Roku also creates original content through Roku Originals, which is available on The Roku Channel, a free streaming service that reaches around 80 million households. Unlike many competitors, Roku's business model combines hardware sales with advertising revenue and content distribution, allowing them to generate income from both product sales and ad-supported streaming services. The company's goal is to deliver an accessible and enjoyable streaming experience for users.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$241M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

-7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Significant investments from firms like Kessler Investment Group and Vestmark Advisory Solutions indicate strong market confidence in Roku's growth potential.
  • The launch of the NBA FAST channel and the partnership with WWE for exclusive content can attract a broader audience and increase user engagement.
  • Roku's proactive security measures, including two-factor authentication, enhance user trust and platform reliability.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breaches affecting nearly 600,000 accounts could damage Roku's reputation and erode user trust.
  • The competitive landscape of streaming services is intense, with giants like Amazon and Netflix potentially overshadowing Roku's market share.

What makes Roku unique

  • Roku's integration with The Trade Desk offers advertisers a unique biddable private marketplace, setting it apart from other streaming platforms.
  • The partnership with Kroger for a shopper data program enhances the precision and measurability of online TV advertising, a feature not commonly found in competitors.
  • Roku's development of Pro Series 4K TVs with Dolby Atmos speakers and mini LED backlighting showcases its commitment to high-quality hardware innovation.

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Benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Medical, wellness, and financial benefits

Free snacks and access to fitness center at headquarters