Graduate Software Engineer

MediaKind
Southampton, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior

Job location

Southampton, United Kingdom

Tech stack

JavaScript
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Bash
C++
Cloud Computing
Linux
DevOps
Python
Node.js
Software Engineering
Data Streaming
Transcoding
Video Editing
Video Encoding
React
Information Technology
Decoding
Go
Microservices

Job description

As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development of MK.IO and MK.IO Beam, MediaKind's next generation streaming and video processing solutions:

MK.IO - Live & On Demand Streaming at Any Scale A powerful, self service platform used to rapidly build, deploy, and scale live and on demand video experiences across any cloud. MK.IO simplifies complex operations and enables customers to deliver premium streaming quickly and efficiently.

MK.IO Beam - Cloud Managed On Prem Video Workflows MK.IO Beam brings cloud control to on premise environments, enabling broadcasters and streamers to run flexible, scalable contribution, reception, and head end workflows using commercial off the shelf hardware. It supports decoding, transcoding, content replacement, and seamless integration with the MK.IO platform.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and maintain backend services, microservices, and video processing components.
  • Contribute to cloud native architectures across AWS, Azure, and multi cloud environments.
  • Work with senior engineers to build scalable, reliable services used by global customers.
  • Collaborate with product, design, and operations teams across Southampton and Rennes.
  • Learn how video encoding, packaging, CDN workflows, and control plane systems all fit together in real world streaming environments.
  • As you grow in confidence and capability, you will also take part in an on call rota to help support our DevOps team.

Requirements

Do you have experience in React?, * A recent or upcoming graduate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

  • Have experiencing using any of the following proramming languages: C++, JavaScript, Node.js, React.js, Python, Bash, Linux OS, and Golang for software development.
  • Curious about complex systems and excited by how video and cloud technologies work.
  • Eager to learn, experiment, iterate, and contribute to high value technical projects.
  • Collaborative, positive, and comfortable working in dynamic, fast moving teams.
  • Someone who enjoys problem solving and is motivated by building real, impactful products.
  • Willing to be part of an on call rota to support our

You might not meet every requirement listed - and that's absolutely okay. Don't let that stop you from applying. Above all, we're looking for potential. It's not just about what you've done so far, but what you're motivated and excited to learn next.

If you're eager to grow, curious by nature, and passionate about technology, we'd love to hear from you!

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure
  • Comprehensive benefits package including unlimited time off, healthcare, income protection, life insurance and pension
  • MediaKindness Wellbeing Program
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work options

About the company

At MediaKind, we're reshaping the future of streaming video-and we're moving at incredible speed. Our cloud-native, agile technology enables customers to rapidly build, deploy, and scale premium streaming experiences, removing traditional barriers to innovation and growth. We're on a mission to transform how the world watches video: making every moment extraordinary, personalized and valuable for content owners and their consumers. Here, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's redefining how media experiences come to life. Our award winning products simplify complex operations, enabling customers-from iconic sports brands to innovative broadcasters and content owners-to focus purely on storytelling, and growth. By replacing legacy complexity with cloud-connected solutions, we ensure speed, simplicity, and commercial transparency. You'll be joining a team that values practical thinking over buzzwords, and velocity over bureaucracy. Beyond technology, our true strength lies in our people. We are committed to fostering a passionate community of creators, developers, and artists who love what they do. Together, we'll redefine the art of streaming. If you're ready to build what's next in streaming-and do it with a team that moves fast, thinks boldly, and builds with intent-come make it happen with us.

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