The E.W. Scripps Company · 1 month ago
Sr, Firmware Developer
Ontario, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe E.W. Scripps Company is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world, and they are seeking a Senior Firmware Developer. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining firmware for next-generation products, particularly in developing a core DVR scheduling engine and APIs for client applications.
PublishingDigital MediaMedia and EntertainmentAdvertisingJournalism
Responsibilities
Participate in the design and development of the company's next-generation products
Develop core DVR engine software that includes program guide ingest and scheduling of recordings and video streams
Participate in the enhancement of existing applications and tools
Develop APIs to communicate with client applications running on Roku, Apple TV, Android TV, and others
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration of firmware components
Troubleshoot and debug firmware-related issues
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company's firmware development processes
Qualification
Required
Proficient in C and C++ programming languages, and experience with SQLite
Familiarity with JSON, REST, and websockets/lighttpd
Knowledge of open-source build systems (e.g., Yacto, Buildroot)
Experience with concurrency and multithreading
Experience with video streaming (HLS) and video codecs (MPEG2, H.264, and H.265)
Familiarity with TV and video recording concepts, including ATSC 1.0 and ATSC 3.0
Experience with home networking and media streaming devices
Knowledge of over-the-air (OTA) broadcasting
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Preferred
BS/BA in related Discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred
Company
The E.W. Scripps Company
Serves audiences and businesses through a growing portfolio of television, radio and digital media brands.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$750MKey Investors
Sinclair Broadcast
2025-11-17Post Ipo Equity
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $750M
1988-06-29IPO
Leadership Team
Meredith Delaney
President & CEO
Bill Siegel
Vice President/General Manager WPTV & WHDT
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