Roku · 15 hours ago
Software Engineer Intern, Embedded Systems
San Jose, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$34/hr - $66/hrRoku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and they are seeking a Software Engineer Intern to contribute to their mission of connecting the entire TV ecosystem. In this 12-week Graduate Internship, you will own a scoped project, collaborate across teams, and gain valuable experience in engineering while working on impactful projects.
AdvertisingAdvertising PlatformsDigital EntertainmentDigital MediaHardwareInformation ServicesMedia and EntertainmentSoftwareTVVideo Streaming
Responsibilities
Own a scoped project end-to-end: design, implement, test, and ship
Define, agree, and track KPIs that measure technical and business impact
Collaborate effectively across engineering, product, and partner teams to deliver outcomes
Share learnings broadly—write, demo, and document insights to level-up others
Leverage modern tech including innovative AI applications where relevant to your project
Qualification
Required
Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, OOD, and systems design
Practical experience in C/C++, Python, Bash, developing/debugging on Linux based embedded systems
Understanding of Linux kernel concepts, multi-threading primitives, Linux tools, libraries and open-source development
A builder's mindset—creative, resilient, and proactive with a bias to ship
Preferred
Pursuing a MS preferred in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
Previous development internship experience
Awareness of or experience with generative AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, OpenAI API) for enhancing development productivity
Familiarity with one or more machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow, Tensorflow Lite, TensorflowMicro, PyTorch, or scikit-learn through coursework or personal projects
Exposure to Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), Machine Learning, SDK/API design, and integration testing
Comfort with Agile and collaborative tools (JIRA, Confluence, GitHub)
Demonstrated 'real world' impact: shipped projects, prior internships, notable contributions (e.g., opensource, publications)
Benefits
Health insurance
Equity awards
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Parental leave
Wellness benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare (medical, dental, and vision)
Life
Accident
Disability
Commuter
Retirement options (401(k)/pension)
Company
Roku
Roku develops video streaming devices that provide users access to Internet-streamed video or audio services.
Founded in 2002
1001-5000 employees
H1B 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 CompanyTotal Funding
$220.61MKey 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
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Thomas Dodson
Vice President of Platform Operations
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