BS degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience
3+ years of industry experience in large-scale distributed systems.
5+ years of hands-on, professional software development experience in one or more general purpose programming languages (Go, Python, Ruby, Java, C++)
Experienced with GraphQL, REST, HTTP, gRPC, Thrift basics, and the ability to design and implement maintainable APIs
Experienced with distributed caching layers, and distributed large scale data storage systems like Redis.
Familiarity with image processing and delivery technologies such as image scaling, cropping, and image formats like progressive JPEG, WebP, etc.
Familiarity with HTTP Live Streaming (HLS), MPEG-DASH, MP4, and other streaming protocols, as well as video compression standards (H.264, H.265/HEVC, VP9, AV1)
Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize tasks and to deliver projects on schedule.
Excellent communication skills. You collaborate effectively with teams in a fully remote environment and discuss complex topics with technical and non-technical audiences.
What Will Set You Apart
Demonstrated curiosity and commitment to staying up-to-date with advancements in video compression technologies, including attending conferences, reading research papers, and engaging with the latest industry trends.
Strong understanding of how to measure and improve video visual quality metrics (eg., VMAF, PSNR)
Hands-on expertise with tools like FFMPEG, GPAC and similar media frameworks for processing, modifying, and manipulating media streams.
Experienced with client-side technologies, familiarly with the client library around media (eg., AVFoundation, VideoToolbox, video prefetching)
Familiar with background data fetching.
Strong data analysis skills using SQL
Benefits:
Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
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Generous Paid Parental Leave
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