Roku is changing how the world watches TVRoku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. 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.With millions of users worldwide, our products have earned a reputation for "just working" seamlessly right out of the box, almost like magic. At the heart of this commitment is the Roku OS QA Team, dedicated to rigorously testing every product and feature to ensure we deliver the most reliable streaming media platform in the industry.Our mission is simple: help people effortlessly find and stream the content they love. We achieve this through cutting-edge technology and engineering, always putting the customer at the center of everything we do.As part of our team, you'll leverage your diverse skills to support both Software Engineers and QA Engineers, tackling the daily challenges of their roles. Your specialist knowledge will be invaluable in suggesting improvements to enhance quality and streamline workflows, ensuring we continue to exceed our customers' expectations.As a Software Engineer (SDET), you'll be the transformational force that revolutionizes our testing approach. You'll leverage AI and advanced analytics to identify quality gaps, architect intelligent testing solutions, and establish new standards for test effectiveness that go beyond simple coverage metrics.How will I use AI at Roku?At Roku, we don’t just use AI, we work with it. AI agents and smart tools help power drafts, analysis, and repetitive workflows, while our people bring direction, judgment, and accountability. We’re looking for curious, adaptable builders who can show how they’ve used AI or automation to move faster, raise the bar, and scale their impact. We value your AI skills if have built fluency across the agentic engineering toolchain — coding harnesses like Claude Code or Cursor, MCP servers, custom skills, or agent frameworks. And you can describe projects where you shipped real work with these tools. You know how to drive an agent, verify its output, and ramp on an unfamiliar codebase with an agent helping you.Design and implement intelligent test analysis systems that identify quality gaps, predict failure patterns, and optimize test effectivenessDesign systems that collect, analyse and act on the testing data to continuously improve on the quality processesExperience with systematic regression tracking and implementing process to prevent regression reoccurrenceEstablish new methodologies for measuring and improving test quality beyond simple pass/fail metrics, focusing on regression prevention and production reliability Leverage AI-powered tools for automated failure analysis, root cause identification, and test flakiness scoringDefine and implement architectural patterns that make testing more effective, maintainable, and aligned with business impactWhat experience would help someone be successful in this role at Roku?AI expertise for testing: Ability to design, implement, and optimize solutions leveraging LLMs, agentic AI systems, and predictive analytics for quality assuranceExperience with autonomous testing agents capable of independently discovering, executing, and adapting test strategies.4+ years of hands-on experience with test architecture and automation systems design3+ years of programming experience across multiple languages with PythonAI expertise for testing: Ability to design, implement, and optimize solutions leveraging LLMs, and predictive analytics for quality assuranceKnowledge of continuous integration tools (Jenkins/GitLab, TeamCity, AWS) and their optimization for quality gatesAdvanced test analysis skills: Experience with test flakiness analysis, failure pattern recognition, and automated root cause identificationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSome working knowledge of C++Certifications or training in AI/ML or AI testing (e.g., Coursera AI for Everyone, Google AI Engineer, ISTQB AI Testing Foundation)#LI-AB3What's Roku's approach to hybrid working?Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams generally work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are generally flexible for remote work, except for employees whose specific roles or assigned office location require five days' a week attendance.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). Employees are supported in taking time off, in accordance with local leave policies and other personal needs to support their evolving work and life needs. AccommodationsRoku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.
Software Engineer - Python - Hybrid or Remote in Cambridge employer: Roku
Roku is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Cambridge that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance and comprehensive health benefits, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to the development of cutting-edge technology. The hybrid work model allows for flexibility, making it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
