Architect, Front-End/Client Engineering

About the role

You will serve as a lead architect for streaming applications, defining the technical strategy for our presence on platforms like Google/Android TV, Fire TV, and Samsung. This role involves guiding cross-functional teams through complex architectural decisions while integrating AI-assisted engineering to improve development speed and code quality.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Architect and build high-performance streaming experiences for our global user base.
• Determine the strategic direction for frontend development and lead architecture reviews.
• Collaborate with product and UX teams to define project scope and technical requirements.
• Improve application stability, security, and overall performance.
• Integrate AI-driven tools into the engineering workflow to boost productivity and testing automation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science or related field (Master degree preferred).
• 15+ years of industry experience in senior software engineering positions.
• Expert programming proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Strong grasp of UX/UI principles and modern web frameworks such as React/Redux, Solid JS, Flutter, or Cordova.
• Hands-on experience with media frameworks, streaming protocols (HLS, MPEG-DASH), and DRM.
• Familiarity with media playback environments including MSE/EME, ExoPlayer, Shaka Player, or Dash.js.
• Proven ability to ship consumer-facing applications at scale.
• Demonstrated experience using generative AI tools to accelerate development and manage codebases.

Skills & tools

• Web Frameworks: React/Redux, Solid JS, Flutter, Cordova
• Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS
• Media: HLS, MPEG-DASH, DRM, MSE/EME, ExoPlayer, Shaka Player, Dash.js
• AI Tooling: Agentic engineering toolchains, Claude Code, Cursor, MCP servers

Practical notes

• Compensation includes equity awards, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
• The company operates on a hybrid model with in-office attendance required Monday through Thursday.
• For reasonable accommodations during the hiring process, contact EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.