Software Engineer, Embedded UI in Cambridge

Roku is changing how the world watches TV. Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we have set our sights on powering every television in the world. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

Join a team dedicated to delivering customer-focused features that elevate user experiences on a global scale. Our team specializes in creating engaging content such as wallpapers, screensavers, themes, microsites, and more. Guided by an ambitious product roadmap, we aim to accelerate growth and scale by introducing innovative features to millions of users worldwide. We foster a culture of ownership where developers and engineers are self-motivated to tackle challenges and ship impactful solutions. Collaboration is key—engineers work closely with cross-functional teams, including UI design, product management, and business leadership.

Our products are known for their seamless integration and intuitive design that delights users right out of the box. These qualities are the result of meticulous engineering and a commitment to excellence. As part of the engineering team, you’ll develop and manage features for Screensavers, Themes, Static & Dynamic Wallpapers, and Microsites. You’ll also support customer applications on the Roku platform, incorporating new features to meet evolving requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing and developing features for Live Experiences on the Roku OS.
• Collaborating with UI/UX design and Platform Services teams to create and implement new experiences.
• Building proof-of-concepts (PoCs) and adapting them for production release.
• Investigating, diagnosing, and resolving issues to maintain commercially viable solutions.

We Are Excited If You Have:

• Up to 3 years relevant software development experience.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, React Native, Python, BrightScript, or related technologies.
• Familiarity with AI/ML and LLM technologies.
• Experience with C++, especially in embedded environments.
• Consumer electronics experience in media/content or ad product development is a plus.
• Experience in productionizing solutions, including content management, UI development, cloud development, and cloud backend integration.
• Knowledge of Core OS concepts like memory management and multi-threading.
• Experience in API design, with an understanding of considerations and trade-offs.
• Strong communication skills, as this role involves frequent collaboration across teams.

If you’re a pragmatic dreamer passionate about shaping the future of media experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs.

The Roku Culture:

Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We appreciate a sense of humor and believe that a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We’re independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust.