
About Roku
Affordable streaming for all your favorite shows
Key Highlights
- Over 100 million active accounts worldwide
- Acquired Quibi's library for original content
- $247.8 million raised in Series H funding
- Headquartered in San Jose, CA with 1001+ employees
Roku, headquartered in San Jose, CA, is a leading streaming platform that provides users with access to a wide array of TV channels, movies, and third-party streaming services. With over 100 million active accounts, Roku has raised $247.8 million in funding and continues to innovate in the B2C enter...
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Overview
Roku is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for their Big Data Platform team to modernize and support one of the largest data lakes in the world. You'll work with technologies like Java, Kafka, and Spark to build and maintain data processing systems. This role requires significant experience in big data technologies.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in software engineering, particularly in building and maintaining large-scale data processing systems. Your expertise in Java and familiarity with big data technologies like Kafka, Spark, and Hive enable you to contribute effectively to complex projects. You understand the intricacies of data lakes and have experience working with distributed systems, ensuring data integrity and performance.
You are a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy working with cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs. Your problem-solving skills are complemented by your ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, making you a valuable asset to any team.
You have a strong understanding of data processing frameworks and are comfortable working with both streaming and batch data. Your experience with tools like Presto and Flink allows you to optimize data queries and improve system performance. You are also familiar with open-source contributions and are eager to engage with the community to enhance your skills and the tools you use.
Desirable
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP is a plus, as is familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. You are open to learning new technologies and adapting to evolving industry standards, ensuring that you remain at the forefront of big data engineering.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for modernizing Roku's Big Data Platform, which supports one of the largest data lakes globally. You will work on defining and implementing new features that enhance data acquisition, processing, and access. Your contributions will directly impact how data is utilized across the organization, enabling better decision-making and user experiences.
You will collaborate with data scientists and analysts to understand their needs and translate them into technical requirements. Your role will involve designing and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring they are efficient and scalable. You will also be responsible for monitoring system performance and troubleshooting any issues that arise, maintaining high availability and reliability.
As part of the Big Data team, you will engage in code reviews and mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and best practices. You will participate in discussions about architecture and design, contributing to the overall strategy for data management at Roku. Your work will help shape the future of how Roku leverages data to enhance its streaming platform.
What we offer
Roku provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and every team member's contribution is valued. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact on the company's mission to revolutionize TV streaming. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in shaping the future of entertainment and connecting millions of viewers worldwide.
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