Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Mobile

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Twitch

Twitch

10,001+ employees

Interactive live streaming for gaming and esports

Consumer Software
Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$151.3k - $261.5kAnnually

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Mobile Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
GraphQL
iOS/Swift
Objective-C
Requirements
  • 5+ years of iOS development experience
  • Proficiency with Swift or Objective-C, and the iOS development ecosystem
  • The ability to be an advocate for mobile development, partner with other engineering teams, and communicate complicated technical problems to both technical and business audiences
  • Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science or a relevant field
  • Experience with monetization-focused features
  • Familiarity or experience working with GraphQL APIs
Responsibilities
  • Develop and deliver new product features for our iOS application
  • Lead high-level design and technical discussions for mobile projects
  • Improve engineering processes to increase team effectiveness
  • Work across both technical and business-focused teams to deliver value to our creators and viewers
  • Guide mobile development across the Commerce Products organization

Twitch is an interactive live streaming platform that focuses on video game streaming, esports broadcasts, and creative content. It allows gamers and content creators to share their gameplay and creative processes in real-time, engaging with viewers through chat and other interactive features. The platform generates revenue through advertisements, subscriptions, and the sale of virtual goods, enabling content creators to earn money from their streams via viewer subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships. What sets Twitch apart from its competitors is its strong community aspect, which fosters interaction and engagement between streamers and viewers, creating a unique and immersive experience in the digital entertainment space. The goal of Twitch is to provide a platform where content creators can thrive and connect with their audience while offering viewers an engaging and entertaining experience.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$34M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mainstream brands like KFC and Wendy's are collaborating with Twitch streamers.
  • Celebrities and politicians are using Twitch to reach wider audiences.
  • Organizations are hosting large-scale virtual events on Twitch, expanding its use cases.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from YouTube Gaming and Facebook Gaming is intensifying.
  • Short-form video platforms like TikTok are drawing viewers away from Twitch.
  • Concerns over content moderation could lead to regulatory scrutiny.

What makes Twitch unique

  • Twitch offers real-time engagement through interactive chat and live streaming features.
  • The platform supports diverse content, including gaming, esports, and creative streams.
  • Twitch enables monetization for creators via subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance

401(k)

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Commuter Benefits

Amazon Employee Discount