Software Integration Engineer

About the Job

Software Engineer – Integration Team

Location: London – Hybrid model

Overview

We’re representing an industry-leading client in the advanced media technology space, currently hiring for their Integration Team. This is a hands-on software engineering role focused on bringing next-generation video and content delivery systems to life across a wide range of platforms – including mobile, web, and immersive environments.

You\’ll work at the intersection of product, performance, and platform engineering, with exposure to global media customers and highly scalable products.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate next-gen encoding/decoding pipelines into platforms such as:
• Android (e.g. media frameworks, playback tools)
• iOS (e.g. AV frameworks, streaming APIs)
• FFmpeg-based pipelines
• Web-based decoders and browser environments
• VR and immersive video platforms
• Contribute to core integration layers alongside R&D and codec development teams (C/C++)
• Support media tool integrations and optimize for performance and compatibility
• Collaborate with the open-source community:
• Submit upstream improvements
• Assist external partners integrating similar technologies
• Participate in Agile development processes:
• Sprint planning, team stand-ups, and technical reviews

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Solid knowledge of C/C++ programming and systems-level development
• Familiarity with Android or iOS application frameworks
• Interest in multimedia, streaming, or real-time video processing
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in Agile environments with tools like Jira

Desirable Skills

• Experience with mobile media frameworks (e.g. ExoPlayer, AVPlayer, NDK)
• Understanding of media processing tools like FFmpeg
• iOS development (Swift, Objective-C)
• Knowledge of streaming protocols and modern video codecs
• Exposure to WebRTC or browser-level media integration