> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3973121-senior-software-engineer-roku-tv](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3973121-senior-software-engineer-roku-tv). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer, Roku TV - **Company:** Roku, Inc. - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $136,800.0 - $282,700.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Code Generation, Code Review, Computer Engineering, Information Leak Prevention, Cursor, Software Debugging, Linux, Open Source Technology, Microsoft Copilot, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, System on a Chip, Multithreading, Large Language Models, Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, AI Coding Agents, Agentic-AI, Information Technology, Claude - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5830211192 ## About the Role * Proven AI-assisted coding experience - Regular, hands-on use of AI coding tools (e.g., Claude, Copilot, Cursor, OpenCode) in real development work, with specific examples of AI tools used in production workflows * Prompt engineering and AI code review skills - Ability to write effective prompts, iterate on AI output, and critically evaluate AI-generated code for correctness, security, and performance; can identify hallucinations, subtle bugs, and security vulnerabilities * Agentic coding tool proficiency - Hands-on experience with agentic coding harnesses (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, Codex) with specific examples of driving an agent through a non-trivial engineering task, verifying output, and recovering from agent errors * AI threat awareness - Understanding of how AI can be exploited (prompt injection, data leakage, etc.) and ability to code defensively against these risks * Builder mentality toward AI - Actively pushes AI boundaries, adapts quickly to new tools, and views AI as core to their workflow rather than optional AI-First Preferred Qualifications * Portfolio of projects where AI tools were central to the development process * Experience shipping production features integrating LLMs, embeddings, or AI capabilities * Deep embedded systems domain expertise combined with AI fluency to amplify output and velocity * Contributions to AI tooling or productivity - custom agents, internal tools, scripts, or workflows that accelerate team output, * Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant fields * 8+ years of relevant software development experience * 4+ years C/C++ coding experience * System-on-a-chip (SoC) development and integration preferred * Experience developing/debugging on Linux or Android-based embedded platforms * Good understanding of Linux system and kernel concepts, multithreading primitives, Linux tools, libraries, and open-source development * Experience with streaming audio/video platforms, graphics, and industry standards * Ability to excel in a fast-paced engineering environment * Ability to communicate with candor and effectiveness * Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams #LI-DH2What's Roku's approach to hybrid working? ## Description We are looking for a talented engineer to join our New Products Development Team working on the Roku TV program! You will be responsible for core tasks ranging from Roku OS feature development, SoC partner collaboration, third-party API integration, code maintenance, design scalability solutions to help onboard new factories, supporting our QA and Channel certification teams, and everything else involved in our end-to-end product development and release cycles. You will be expected to use AI coding tools daily to accelerate your work and elevate the quality of your output. To succeed in this challenging role, the following expertise is strongly preferred., Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams generally work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are generally flexible for remote work, except for employees whose specific roles or assigned office location require five days' a week attendance.