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Twitch · 4 days ago

Software Engineer II

Twitch is the world’s biggest live streaming service, and they are seeking Software Development Engineers to join their Video Platform team. This role involves building and maintaining systems that enhance the video experience for viewers and creators, while also mentoring other engineers and collaborating with various teams.

GamingMedia and EntertainmentSocial MediaVideoVideo GamesVideo Streaming
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Build and maintain the services that power Twitch’s video platform
Mentor and develop other engineers on the Video Platform team and other teams at Twitch
Collaborate effectively with Product Managers, Program Managers and other engineering teams at Twitch
Contribute positively to Twitch’s engineering culture

Qualification

GolangAWSBackend servicesMentoringCollaboration

Required

3+ years of professional software development or equivalent expertise
B.A. or B.S. in Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent years of experience
Experience building backend services at scale with technologies such as Golang and AWS

Preferred

Familiarity with video delivery concepts and systems
Familiarity with AWS' Interactive Video Service
Familiarity with Twitch, gaming, and/or streaming on Twitch

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
401(k)
Maternity & Parental Leave
Flexible PTO
Amazon Employee Discount

Company

Twitch is a social video platform where gamers can broadcast, watch, and talk about video games. It is a sub-organization of Amazon.

H1B Sponsorship

Twitch has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (60)
2024 (72)
2023 (113)
2022 (173)
2021 (102)
2020 (71)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$35M
Key Investors
Thrive CapitalBessemer Venture Partners
2014-08-25Acquired
2013-09-30Series C· $20M
2012-09-19Series B· $15M

Leadership Team

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Dan Clancy
Chief Executive Officer Twitch
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Adam Hueniken
Software Engineering Manager
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