STAND 8 Technology Consulting · 2 hours ago
DRM Engineer (Video Streaming)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$65/hr - $80/hrSTAND 8 Technology Consulting provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States. They are seeking a DRM Engineer (Video Streaming) to design, implement, and operate a custom Digital Rights Management platform for large-scale video streaming, ensuring content protection and compliance.
Information ServicesInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureIT Management
Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain a custom, in-house DRM solution for video streaming platforms with Microsoft PlayReady as a core technology
Implement and operate DRM license servers, packaging services, and secure key delivery infrastructure
Integrate DRM systems with existing video workflows including CMS, encoding and packaging pipelines, video players, and CDNs
Support streaming formats and protocols including MPEG-DASH and HLS with dynamic content encryption
Define, implement, and enforce DRM security policies including offline playback rules, expiration windows, concurrent stream and device limits, token-based authentication, and secure key management
Architect DRM solutions for high availability, scalability, and low-latency license delivery capable of supporting traffic spikes and live events
Monitor DRM systems for performance, reliability, and security, implementing logging, alerting, and usage tracking
Troubleshoot complex DRM issues across platforms, operating systems, and device ecosystems
Ensure DRM implementations comply with content protection agreements, internal security policies, and applicable data protection regulations including GDPR
Partner with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to support on-premise, cloud, and hybrid deployment models
Qualification
Required
Strong, hands-on experience with Microsoft PlayReady
Backend coding experience (Java)
Experience with digital rates management (Google Widevine, Apple FairPlay, Microsot PlayReady)
Significant experience working with DRM systems, secure video streaming, or content protection technologies
Proficiency in backend software development using the .NET framework, C#, Java, Python, or similar languages
Deep understanding of encryption standards such as AES-256, secure key management, and license enforcement
Solid knowledge of video streaming technologies, formats, and workflows including MPEG-DASH, HLS, CMAF, encoding, and packaging
Experience deploying and managing DRM infrastructure in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP and or on-premise systems
Strong networking fundamentals including HTTPS, TLS, certificate management, and low-latency service design
Experience designing scalable, redundant, highly available systems across multiple regions
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across distributed systems
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with engineering, security, and business stakeholders
Proven reliability, accountability, and ownership of mission-critical systems
Preferred
Experience supporting premium or studio-grade content distribution
Familiarity with hardware-level security environments such as TEE or DRM L1 requirements
Experience supporting DRM across web, mobile, and connected TV platforms
Knowledge of watermarking or forensic content protection technologies
Integrity and ethical standards with respect for all stakeholders
Innovation and the ability to foster a creative, forward-thinking environment
Collaboration and a strong team-oriented mindset
Responsibility and ownership of actions and decisions
Benefits
Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem
Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid-time-off options
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow
Company
STAND 8 Technology Consulting
STAND 8 is a global technology consulting and staffing leader that helps businesses transform and scale through tailored IT solutions.
Founded in 2009
201-500 employees
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