Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Roku

San Jose, California, US
Base: $250,000 - $280,000 annually; bonus/equity: ...
On-site
8+ years backend experience
Java development expertise
Aws or google cloud services
Roku is seeking a seasoned Senior Backend Engineer to design and operate highly available distributed services used by millions of devices worldwide

Job Summary

  • Roku is seeking a seasoned Senior Backend Engineer to design and operate highly available distributed services used by millions of devices worldwide.
  • The role involves leading architectural discussions, partnering with Product teams to deliver features from ideation to production, and championing engineering excellence.
  • Employees enjoy a hybrid work approach working in the office Monday through Thursday with flexible Fridays, along with comprehensive benefits including equity awards.

Matching Summary

Roku is seeking a seasoned Senior Backend Engineer to design and operate highly available distributed services used by millions of devices worldwide.

Salary

Base: $250,000 - $280,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Equity awards eligible; Benefits: Health insurance, life insurance, disability, parental leave, wellness benefits, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years backend experience
  • Java development expertise
  • AWS or Google Cloud services
  • Kubernetes cluster troubleshooting
  • Distributed system architecture

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring junior engineers
  • Strategic architectural influence
  • Hands-on code review culture
  • Fast-paced startup environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent
  • 8+ years designing large-scale systems
  • Deep understanding of infrastructure fundamentals

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