Software Engineer, Roku

#We Are Paramount  on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?

We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co‑create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

We’re looking for a Roku Software Engineer to join a team of Roku developers, working with product, design, PMs, and producers to build consumer‑facing Roku experiences and device‑specific data feeds. This role uses BrightScript and Scene Graph to develop, enhance, and maintain Roku apps, while collaborating in an Agile environment and communicating proactively.

• Develop Roku apps using BrightScript and Scene Graph
• Optimize app performance within Roku platform limitations
• Collaborate with developers, testers, PMs, designers in Agile
• Work with platform API teams to extend functionality
• Estimate tasks and communicate progress
• Deliver work on schedule
• Stay flexible and willing to learn

• 1+ years of Roku development experience
• Proficient programming/scripting skills
• Proficiency with BrightScript and Scene Graph Thread  optimization (task vs render thread)
• Roku UI components: rowList, markup
  
  List, markup Grid
• Custom components/controls
• Roku Video Node and streaming debugging
• Proficient Roku debugging skills
• Experience with Charles Proxy or similar
• Experience giving/receiving code reviews
• Git/Git Hub workflows (including runners)
• Knowledge with Roku certification checklist/process
• Knowledge with Jira and Confluence

• OTT/Smart TV development experience
• Chromecast development experience
• Test‑Driven Development experience
• CI tools like Jenkins
• Hackathon participation
• Open‑source contributions

Hiring Salary Range: $ - .

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

This position is bonus eligible.

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here:
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on‑screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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