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# Principal Software Engineer - Media Ads Service

- **Company:** Oracle
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $114,600.0 - $234,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Distributed Systems, Network Protocols, Oracle (Applications), Delivery Pipeline, Moq, Build Management, Information Technology, Low Latency, Video Streaming, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
- **Published:** July 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/96E99183E43D468082E7DC9CD1E2F6D8/job/

## About the Role

* 8+ years of experience in distributed systems or video streaming platforms
 * Proven experience with video advertising systems (SSAI, CSAI, ad tech ecosystems)
 * Strong programming skills in Java, Go, or C++ Deep understanding of networking protocols and real-time delivery systems
 * Experience building high-scale, low-latency systems
 * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

## Description

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is building Oracle Video @ Edge (OVE), a next-generation video delivery platform optimized for live and linear streaming. This role will lead the design and development of advertising infrastructure that integrates seamlessly with OVE's advanced delivery architecture, enabling scalable monetization and high-quality playback experiences.

Why OCI

 * Build cutting-edge streaming infrastructure leveraging UDP, MoQ, and hybrid delivery models
 * Direct impact on a greenfield platform with significant investment and executive visibility
 * Opportunity to define monetization architecture for next-generation video delivery
 * Work with a highly technical, distributed systems-focused engineering team

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

 * Design and build scalable advertising infrastructure for live and linear streaming
 * Develop server-side and client-side ad insertion capabilities
 * Integrate ad systems with playback, CDN, and delivery pipelines
 * Optimize ad delivery for low latency and high reliability
 * Collaborate cross-functionally with networking, playback, and product teams
 * Drive architectural decisions and technical strategy


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