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Senior Software Engineer - Roku

Warner Bros. Discovery

Amsterdam
Full-time
5-10 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Roku
BrightScript
SceneGraph
JavaScript
Python
Git
GitHub
CI/CD
Streaming
Software Engineering
Unit Testing
Technical Documentation
Code Reviews
Architecture
Connected TV

Job Description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.

To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!

Your New Role...

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer specialising in Roku development to join the CNN Connected TV Engineering team. As a senior individual contributor, you will work with a high level of autonomy, take ownership of complex technical challenges and help shape the team’s technical direction. You will collaborate with Principal Engineers and Architects to define and implement the technology strategy, while providing technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers. You will bring curiosity, versatility and a collaborative approach to solving new problems in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Your Role Accountabilities...

  • Design, develop and maintain high-quality client-side features for CNN’s Roku streaming application.

  • Contribute to the technical strategy, architecture and engineering best practices for CNN’s Connected TV experiences.

  • Build scalable and reliable solutions that support the performance and continued success of CNN’s streaming platform.

  • Help guide decisions on development tools, technologies, test automation and CI/CD practices.

  • Write clear technical documentation, conduct code reviews and troubleshoot complex software issues.

  • Support the testing, deployment and release of production-quality Roku applications.

  • Partner with Product, Design and Delivery leaders to translate product initiatives into robust technical solutions.

  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with engineers, stakeholders and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications and Experience...

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

  • At least 5 years of experience developing and releasing software products and services.

  • Proficiency in client-side scripting languages such as JavaScript or Python; experience with BrightScript and SceneGraph is also essential.

  • Expertise in version control with Git and GitHub, and familiarity with CI/CD pipeline technologies.

  • Experience developing for streaming devices like Roku, FireTV, or similar platforms is a plus.

  • Strong understanding of coding best practices, unit testing, and maintaining thorough documentation.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

Core Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality client-side features for CNN's Roku streaming application. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical strategy, architecture, and engineering best practices.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and at least 5 years of software development experience. Proficiency in client-side scripting languages and experience with Roku development platforms are essential.

About Warner Bros. Discovery

Industry: Entertainment Providers

Company size: 10,001+ employees

Warner Bros. Discovery, a premier global media and entertainment company, offers audiences the world’s most differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and franchises across television, film, streaming and gaming. The new company combines WarnerMedia’s premium entertainment, sports and news assets with Discovery’s leading non-fiction and international entertainment and sports businesses. ****Please be aware of recruitment scams by individuals posing as employers and encouraging candidates to apply for, interview and/or accept nonexistent job opportunities as a means to solicit personal information or money. The online scammers have become much more sophisticated in their attempts to lure victims. Employment opportunities and job offers at Warner Bros. Discovery will always come from our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams. Never provide sensitive, personal information to someone unless you’re confident who the recipient is. WBD does not extend job offers via email or on any other messaging tools to individuals to whom we have not made prior contact. Our email domain is @wbd.com. A valid link for employment with Warner Bros. Discovery can be found at https://careers.wbd.com/global/en. If you believe you have been contacted by a scammer and may be the victim of fraud or identity theft, you should report details to the police where you live. You can also report job scams to the FTC. Learn more at https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams. *****

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