Verkada · 2 days ago
Senior Android Engineer - Streaming
San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$160K/yr - $260K/yr
4+ years expVerkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. The Senior Android Engineer on the Video Streaming team will enhance the streaming experience on the Android app, ensuring low-latency and high-quality video playback for millions of users.
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Responsibilities
Enhance the streaming experience on our Android app by delivering low-latency live video and ultra-fast load times. You’ll do this across a wide range of devices and network conditions
Collaborate with backend and streaming infrastructure teams to integrate APIs and deliver end-to-end video solutions
Implement and optimize video streaming protocols (HLS, DASH, RTSP, WebRTC, etc.) for low-latency, high-quality playback using adaptive bitrate streaming algorithms
Work with hardware-accelerated decoders (MediaCodec, ExoPlayer) to deliver smooth and efficient performance across various media formats (images, audio and video)
Stay current with the latest in Android media APIs, streaming protocols, and device capabilities
Collaborate cross-functionally with product and design to ensure a playback experience that’s consistent with other platforms and other video applications
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field
4+ years of professional experience in Android development (Kotlin/Java)
Deep understanding of ExoPlayer, MediaCodec and Android Media APIs
Familiarity with video streaming protocols (HLS, DASH, RTSP, WebRTC) and audio, video and image codecs like H.264, HEVC, HEIF and AAC
Strong grasp of performance optimization on mobile devices (memory, CPU, GPU, battery) and networking protocols like TCP, UDP and QUIC
Must be willing and able to work onsite five days per week
Preferred
hands-on experience with optimizing latency, startup time (TTFF) and video quality
Benefits
Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
Expanded mental health support
Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
Professional development stipend
Fertility Stipend
Wellness/fitness benefits
Healthy lunches provided daily
Commuter benefits
Company
Verkada
A leader in cloud physical security, Verkada protects people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$814.3MKey Investors
CapitalGGeneral CatalystAlkeon Capital
2025-12-03Series Unknown· $20M
2025-09-01Debt Financing· $150M
2025-02-19Series E· $200M
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Founder & CEO
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