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Senior TV Playback Engineer (C++/Rust) - Video Systems

Spotify
London, UK
19 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
www.collegerecruiter.com

Tech stack

C++ (Programming Language) Software Debugging

Requirements

Spotify AB is seeking a C++ engineer for their Native Playback team, crucial for optimizing the audio and video playback experience on TV devices. The role, based in London or Stockholm, offers the flexibility to work from home with some in-person collaboration expected.

Key responsibilities include designing and evolving the playback integration layer, debugging performance issues, and collaborating across teams. Candidates should have strong experience in C++, ideally in media, and a solid understanding of video playback fundamentals.

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