Senior Software Engineer, Mobile Cloud

Roku; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in TV streaming, Roku is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Backend) to enhance their mobile cloud services. This role involves collaboration with diverse teams to design scalable backend systems, ensuring high performance and reliability for users globally. Candidates should have a solid background in backend languages and cloud technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, with a strong focus on problem-solving and communication.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)

401(k) / pension options

Paid time off for vacation and personal reasons

Qualifications

• Expertise in backend software engineering with strong proficiency in Java or Python.
• Experience developing and operating cloud services using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Ability to design and maintain RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend services for Roku mobile apps.
• Build and maintain robust APIs and microservices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges within production environments.

Skills

Backend Software Engineering

Problem-Solving

Communication

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Roku Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Senior Software Engineer, Mobile Cloud

Roku Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Senior Technical Recruiter @ Roku Inc. | Talent Acquisition Expert

Teamwork makes the stream work.
Roku is changing how the world watches TV

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.

About The Role

Millions of people around the globe rely on our products every day because they “just work,” seamlessly integrating into users’ lives. Achieving that intuitive user experience isn’t accidental—it’s crafted by dedicated teams committed to simplicity and clarity.

We’re seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Backend) who excels at building scalable, reliable services. Our Roku Mobile Backend team designs and implements robust backend services powering our mobile apps, ensuring optimal performance, low latency, and seamless scalability. If you’re passionate about backend engineering and thrive on delivering innovative mobile-cloud solutions, we’d love for you to join us.

We collaborate closely with client-side engineers, other backend teams, and product management, iterating rapidly—from prototypes and A/B tests through to global releases.

About The Team

You will b e joining a talented, high-performant backend team with a history of delivering quality products. We are looking for someone who can help us keep up this pace and continue delivering high-quality services as we grow.

What You’ll Do

• Design and developscalable, high-performance backend services powering Roku mobile apps.


• Build and maintain robust APIs and microservices integrating seamlessly with mobile clients and cloud infrastructure.


• Develop and optimize a highly efficient auto-scaling platform utilizing Docker containers and Kubernetes orchestration.


• Ensure reliability and uptime of backend systems through comprehensive monitoring, testing, and automation.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges within production environments swiftly and effectively.


• Continuously assess and implement emerging technologies to boost system performance and developer productivity.


• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, frontend, and other backend teams, driving seamless integration, consistency, and exceptional user experiences.

We’re Excited If You Have

• Expertise of backend software engineering


• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).


• Strong proficiency in backend languages like Java or Python.


• Proficiency in using AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) and experience with prompt engineering


• Demonstrable experience designing, building, and maintaining RESTful APIs, utilizing HTTPS, JSON, and WebSocket.


• Hands-on expertise developing and operating large-scale cloud services using Docker and Kubernetes.


• Proven capability in writing and maintaining comprehensive automated unit and integration tests.


• Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and database technologies.


• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and automation frameworks.


• Skilled in production system monitoring, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.


• Exceptional problem-solving skills focused on delivering efficient, practical solutions.


• Strong communication abilities, adept at working effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


• A proactive and driven mindset, capable of independently managing tasks from inception to completion.


• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, adeptly managing shifting priorities.

Benefits

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.

The Roku Culture

Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.

We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.

To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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