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Tennis Channel · 1 day ago

Software Development Engineer, Level 1 (Direct-to-Consumer Streaming)

Santa Monica, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$99K/yr - $110K/yr

Tennis Channel is a media home dedicated to the sport of tennis, and they are seeking a passionate Level 1 Software Development Engineer to join their DTC streaming team. This role involves blending software development, QA, and innovation to contribute to a seamless streaming experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and execute automated/manual test plans to ensure platform reliability

Identify, document, and track bugs, working closely with engineers to resolve issues

Validate new features (e.g., live streaming, interactive elements) for performance and usability

Diagnose and resolve technical issues across frontend, backend, and APIs

Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to optimize streaming performance

Support new feature development, third-party integrations, and proof-of-concept initiatives

Explore innovative solutions to enhance user engagement (e.g., real-time stats, personalized content)

Partner with product, design, and engineering teams to refine requirements and deliverables

Maintain clear documentation for code, processes, and testing protocols

Qualification

Programming JavaScriptProgramming PythonProgramming JavaVersion Control (Git)QA Tools SeleniumQA Tools PostmanCloud Platforms AWSCloud Platforms AzureCloud Platforms GCPAgile MethodologiesCuriosity to Learn Streaming TechnologiesTennisCommunication SkillsTeam-First Mindset

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Foundational skills in programming (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Java) and version control (Git)

Familiarity with QA tools (Selenium, Postman) and debugging techniques

Must be an avid tennis fan with knowledge of the sport's landscape

Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset

Curiosity to learn streaming technologies (e.g., video players, CDNs)

Preferred

Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or DevOps practices

Experience in media/streaming or fast-paced startup environments

Understanding of agile methodologies

Benefits

Participation in a retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Health

Dental and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Sick leave

Vacation time

Personal time

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Company

Tennis Channel

Tennis Channel (www.tennischannel.com), which is owned by Sinclair Broadcast Group, is the only 24-hour, television-based multimedia destination dedicated to both the professional sport and tennis lifestyle.

Founded in 2001