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# Senior Software Engineer, Live

- **Company:** Roku, Inc.
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Memory Management, Design of User Interfaces, Release Management, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Multithreading, Scripting, Information Technology, Api Design, BrightScript
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840573054-senior-software-engineer-live

## About the Role

* Strong C++ experience
 * Experience developing UI applications using popular frameworks such as JavaScript, BrightScript or similar
 * Proficiency in Typescript
 * Relevant software development experience in embedded systems
 * Experience writing functional integration and unit tests.
 * A good understanding of Core OS concepts like memory management and multi-threading
 * A good understanding of API design, considerations and trade-offs
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills (this role involves frequent communication with teams throughout Roku)
 * Consumer electronics experience building Media/Content and/or Ad product would be beneficial.
 * Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science or related fields-MS3

## Description

Roku pioneered streaming to the TV and continues to innovate and lead the industry. While we are well-positioned to help shape the future of television and streaming media worldwide, continued success stems from experienced software engineers like you developing core features for the Roku platform. The Senior Software Engineer, Embedded will be contributing extensively to our embedded UI development, algorithm implementation for complex features to make it more user intuitive and underlying architecture. You will be working closely with product management to understand new features or extending current features for international market needs, development using modern C++ libraries/frameworks, scripting language and integration of third-party code. You will also be engaged in developing tools which can help larger development community within Roku. A proven track record of shipping high-quality software on embedded platforms is essential. This is a great role for a senior
professional who enjoys a high level of visibility and thrives on great business impact.

The features and performance improvements you implement directly impact millions of users every day. This is a great role for an experienced professional who has innovative ideas for complex problems and can translate these ideas into ultra-reliable software.

What you'll be doing

 * Develop core features of the Roku Channel app and Roku OS.
 * Work closely with Product Development, UI/UX design, Platform Services, and Release Management teams to contribute to our application development. Investigate, diagnose and resolve issues.


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