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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Mobile

Posted on 8/26/2024

Twitch

Twitch

10,001+ employees

Live video production and streaming

Gaming
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$151.3k - $261.5kAnnually

+ Equity + Sign-on Payments

Senior

Seattle, WA, USA

Category
Mobile Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
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
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

As a leading platform specializing in live video production, this company offers a unique opportunity for creative professionals to work in a dynamic and ever-evolving field. The focus on live streaming content ensures employees are at the forefront of digital media trends and technology. The company fosters a collaborative environment, encouraging innovation and professional growth amongst its team members.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$1B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Twitch's collaborations with major brands like KFC and Wendy's provide lucrative opportunities for streamers and content creators.
  • The platform's ability to attract diverse content, from gaming to charity events, broadens its audience and revenue streams.
  • High-profile events and streams, such as AOC's Among Us sessions, bring significant media attention and new users to the platform.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of live streaming is intensifying, with platforms like YouTube and Facebook Gaming vying for market share.
  • Dependence on high-profile streamers means that losing key personalities could significantly impact user engagement and revenue.

What makes Twitch unique

  • Twitch's unique focus on live streaming and real-time interaction sets it apart from other video platforms like YouTube and Facebook.
  • The platform's strong community engagement, driven by features like chat and subscriptions, creates a loyal user base that is hard to replicate.
  • Twitch's partnerships with high-profile streamers and celebrities, such as Ninja and Terry Crews, enhance its visibility and appeal.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance

401(k)

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Commuter Benefits

Amazon Employee Discount

INACTIVE