Software Engineer
- Pay
- $232,200 – $282,700 per year
- Location
- San Jose, CA
- Listed
- Yesterday
About the role
Teamwork makes the stream work.
Roku is changing how the world watches TV
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., 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.
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.
What you'll be doing
- Research, design, and develop computer and network software programs.
- Develop software using programming languages like C/C++, Java, Python, HTML, CSS, Javascript.
- Responsible for core tasks ranging from partner SOC board bring-up, third-party API integration, Roku OS feature development, code maintenance, designing scalability solutions to help onboard new factories, and supporting our QA and Channel certification teams.
- Engage in tasks related to our end-to-end product development and release cycles.
- Engage in new feature development for Roku core OS to enhance streaming player and Roku TV capabilities.
You are required to have
- Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Will also accept Bachelor's or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 2 years of experience as in the position or related occupation.
- Must have coursework, advance level coursework, project background, intern or work experience in the following:
- Software development methodologies.
- C/C++, Python, and shell scripting.
- API integration.
- Version control, CI/CD, and DevOps tools, including Git, GitHub, Jenkins, and Jira.
- Linux operating systems, including build systems and dependency management.
- Multi-threaded software development with memory management and necessary synchronization techniques.
Up to one day per week telecommuting may be permitted.
Pay and benefits
For California Only - The annual salary for this position is $232,200 -$282,700.
Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location.
This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.
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What'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.
What are some of the 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). 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.
It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.
What should I know about Roku's 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 try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check.
- We appreciate a sense of humor.
- We believe 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. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.
- We have a unique culture that we are proud of.
- We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea.
- We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer.
- That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.
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Equal opportunity and legal notices
Roku 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.
From Roku's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 7, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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