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Roku · 1 day ago

Software Engineer, Embedded UI

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$170K/yr - $210K/yr

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., and they are seeking a Software Engineer for Embedded UI to develop and manage engaging features for their platform. The role involves designing new experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and working on AI initiatives to enhance user engagement.

AdvertisingAdvertising PlatformsConsumer ElectronicsDigital EntertainmentDigital MediaHardwareMedia and EntertainmentSoftwareVideo Streaming

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Designing and developing features for new Experiences on the Roku platform

Creating a PoC to elaborate on ideas and work in a startup mindset to break fast and deliver quickly

Collaborating with UI/UX design and backend team to create and implement new experiences

Adapting PoCs for productionising the solution

Investigating, diagnosing, and resolving issues to maintain commercially viable solutions

Qualification

AI/ML technologiesJavaScriptC++UI developmentAPI designPythonCommunicationTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Substantial Project based on using AI/ML and LLM technologies

Proficiency in scripting languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, React Native, Python, BrightScript, or related technologies

Experience with C++, especially in embedded environments

Experience in productionizing solutions, including content management, UI development, cloud development, and cloud backend integration

Knowledge of Core OS concepts like memory management and multi-threading

Experience in API design, with an understanding of considerations and trade-offs

Strong communication skills, as this role involves frequent collaboration across teams

Preferred

Consumer electronics experience in media/content or ad product development is a plus

Benefits

Health insurance

Equity awards

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Parental leave

Wellness benefits

Paid time off

Mental health and financial wellness support and resources

Healthcare (medical, dental, and vision)

Life

Accident

Disability

Commuter

Retirement options (401(k)/pension)

Company

Roku

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Roku develops video streaming devices that provide users access to Internet-streamed video or audio services.

Founded in 2002

Los Gatos, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.roku.com

H1B Sponsorship

Roku 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

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (120)

2024 (166)

2023 (81)

2022 (279)

2021 (195)

2020 (107)

Funding

Current Stage

Public Company

Total Funding

$212.01M

Key Investors

News CorpFidelityGlobespan Capital Partners

2017-09-28IPO

2015-11-09Series H· $45.5M

2015-11-01Secondary Market

Leadership Team

Preston Smalley

VP of Viewer Product

Thomas Dodson

Vice President of Platform Operations

Recent News

BGR

Roku TVs: Here's Who Makes Them And Where They're Manufactured

2026-01-11

Techmeme

Roku founder and CEO Anthony Wood predicts "we'll see the first 100% AI-generated hit movie" within three years and discusses Roku's new $3/month Howdy streamer (Jennifer Maas/Variety)

2026-01-09

TechCrunch

Roku’s $3 streaming service Howdy will be coming to other platforms, CEO says

2026-01-08

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