Who We Are

We're a cast of characters working to shine a spotlight on anime. Crunchyroll is an international business focused on creating both online and offline experiences for fans through content (licensed, co-produced, originals, distribution), merchandise, events, gaming, news, and more. Visit our About Us pages for more information about our collection of brands.

About the Team

At Crunchyroll, our Roku Engineering team plays a key role in delivering high-quality, scalable, and reliable streaming experiences to millions of users. We build intuitive, interfaces optimized for all Roku devices, from the latest models to older hardware, with a focus on unit and end-to-end testing to ensure reliability and rapid feature delivery. Through continuous improvement, automation, and scalability, we provide seamless streaming while empowering developers to improve efficiently.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Roku Software Developer to join our team. As a key contributor, you will be responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining Roku channels and applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA engineers, to deliver top-notch streaming experiences. This position will report into our Engineering Manager for Roku. While the preference for this role is to be in one of our offices in a hybrid model, we are also open to fully remote.

About you

• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with significant experience in Roku development.
• You have development experience using languages like JavaScript, Brightscript, Objective - C, Swift, TypeScript, etc.
• Proficiency in BrightScript, SceneGraph, and other Roku development tools.
• Expertise in diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues, while proactively identifying potential risks.
• Proven experience mentoring junior developers and contributing to the overall skill development of the team.
• Strong ability to work with remote teams and manage dependencies across multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Pluses

• Experience with video streaming technologies, DRM, and content delivery networks (CDN).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks for Roku applications.
• Experience with AWS or other cloud services.
• Experience with Smart Devices.

A Day in the Life

• Develop and Maintain Roku Applications: Design, develop, and optimize Roku channels using BrightScript and SceneGraph, ensuring performance and user experience.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other engineers to understand requirements and deliver solutions that align with business goals.
• Code Reviews and Best Practices: Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and adhere to best practices in coding standards and software architecture.
• Debugging and Issue Resolution: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in Roku applications, ensuring smooth and error-free operation.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest Roku development trends, tools, and technologies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our development process.
• Documentation: Write and maintain clear and concise technical documentation for new and existing features.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers, helping them grow their skills and understanding of Roku development.

Why you will love working at Crunchyroll

Not only will you get to work with fun, passionate and inspired colleagues, you will also...

• Receive a great compensation package including salary plus performance bonus earning potential, paid annually.
• Enjoy flexible PTO and time off policies allowing you to take the time you need to be your whole self.
• Appreciate the generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance options for you and your family.
• Take advantage of our health saving account HSA program plus health care and dependent care FSA programs.
• Love that we offer an employer match on our 401(k) plan.
• Receive employer paid commuter benefit (for eligible employees)
• Appreciate the generous support program for new parents
• Obtain pet insurance and some of our offices are pet friendly!

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