Senior Software Engineer - Roku

CNN; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media and entertainment company is seeking a Senior Software Developer for their Roku team in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in software development, especially in client-side scripting languages like JavaScript or Python. Responsibilities include writing code for streaming applications and contributing to a collaborative team environment. Strong communication skills and familiarity with version control systems like Git are vital. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of innovative media technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing and releasing software products.
• Proficiency in client-side scripting languages like JavaScript or Python.
• Experience with BrightScript and SceneGraph is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write client-side code for streaming applications.
• Actively contribute to development processes such as code reviews.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and stakeholders.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

Git

Collaboration

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Max is where storytelling takes center stage and where creatives find a home with the support and resources to do their best work, no matter the genre or format. Whatever the viewer wants to watch is front and center and more of what they crave is easily discovered. It is where our exclusive Max Originals and iconic entertainment brands thrive, with HBO, HBO Max, Warner Bros., DC, Turner Classic Movies, Cartoon Network and more delivering the greatest array of series, movies, and specials for audiences of all ages. HBO Max originally launched in the United States in May 2020 and introduced a lower priced, advertising‑supported tier in June 2021. It rolled out globally across Latin America and the Caribbean in 2021, followed by its first European launches in the Nordics and Spain later that year. In May 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery introduced Max, an enhanced streaming platform, in the U.S. HBO Max is currently available in 46 countries and there are plans for the continued global expansion of Max in 2024.

About Global Product and Design within Streaming and Games

Central to the mission of the Streaming and Games Team, the Global Product and Design group is responsible for the global streaming platform that supports all the video products our fans love. We plan, design and build for connected TVs, web, mobile phones, tablets, and consoles for a large footprint of leading products and brands (Max, HBO Max, discovery+, Food Network, CNN, Golf TV, MotorTrend, Eurosport, and many more) and together with our cross‑functional collaborators we operate as one company with one mission to be the premier media and entertainment leader globally.

About the Team and Role

The Global Customer Experience organization’s mission is to engage and delight millions of passionate customers across the globe by delivering Warner Bros. Discovery’s core streaming applications on all devices and platforms. The development team responsible for the Roku platform is a major part of that mission.

The ideal candidate

We are looking for a Senior Software Developer to join our Roku team. In this role, you will collaborate with developers and stakeholders to design, build, and maintain software applications and features used by millions of daily users.

Key Responsibilities

• Write client‑side code for streaming applications, demonstrating the ability to use industry‑standard tools and technologies.
• With guidance from senior engineers, actively contribute to a collaborative team environment. Participate in all aspects of development, including reading and writing technical documentation, participating in code reviews, troubleshooting issues, and supporting releases.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, stakeholders, and cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment, engaging in various meetings and working sessions.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in developing and releasing software products and/or services.
• Proficiency in client‑side scripting languages such as JavaScript or Python; experience with BrightScript and SceneGraph is a plus.
• Experience developing for streaming devices like Roku, FireTV, or similar platforms is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable collaborating using Git for version control.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

The Legal Bits…

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at [e-mail].

Additional Information

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid‑2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.

Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.