Jobs via Dice ยท 6 hours ago
Sr. Software Engineer (Video Streaming)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$65/hr - $80/hr
5+ years expDice is the leading career destination for tech experts, and they are seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Video Streaming) to support a critical transition for a global Media & Entertainment client. The role involves migrating to a modern, cloud-based infrastructure and ensuring uninterrupted video delivery across various workflows during the migration.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Provide operational support and troubleshooting for our custom video encoding/transcoding pipeline (FFmpeg, GStreamer, or similar)
Monitor and maintain live and VOD video delivery workflows, ensuring high availability and performance
Write scripts (Python, Shell) to automate encoding jobs, monitoring, and system tasks
Collaborate with the existing engineer to document workflows, build playbooks, and improve observability
Assist in incident response and root cause analysis for video delivery issues
Support the migration to a cloud-based platform (Dolby Hybrik or AWS Elemental)
Contribute to the development of microservices for video ingestion, packaging, and validation
Ensure compatibility with ad workflows and playback standards (HLS, DASH, CMAF)
Partner with QA to automate validation and content readiness checks
Qualification
Required
5+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on video systems or backend infrastructure
Strong experience with FFmpeg, GStreamer, or similar encoding/transcoding tools
Proficiency in Python and Shell scripting
Solid understanding of AWS services (S3, EC2, IAM, CloudWatch, etc.)
Familiarity with streaming protocols and manifest formats (HLS, DASH, CMAF)
Experience with incident response, monitoring, and observability tools
Ability to work in a bespoke system with limited documentation and high ambiguity
Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate across technical and operational teams
Proactive, self-directed, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments
Passion for video technology and a desire to stay current with evolving standards
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, remote environment aligned to the Eastern Time Zone
Preferred
Proficiency in scripting or additional languages such as C, C++, Bash
Experience with DRM, encryption, and secure video delivery
Familiarity with Dolby Hybrik or AWS Elemental
Familiarity with MediaConvert/MediaPackage
Background in media operations, DevOps, or platform reliability
Benefits
Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem
Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum
401(k) retirement savings plan
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow
Company
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