April 24, 2026

Engineering Manager, Ad Serving

Senior • Hybrid

30,000 - 36,667 USD/yr

New York, NY

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

A highly scalable, highly available, real-time advertising platform is critical to supporting and growing Roku’s rapidly expanding ad business. The mission of the Ad Engineering team is to build this platform. The Ad Serving team designs, builds, deploys, and operates Roku’s Supply-Side, Ad Mediation, and Demand-Side platforms, which sit at the core of Roku’s ad monetization and are critical to the business. We are looking for a transformational leader to drive the Ad Mediation area - delivering broad strategic, architectural, and cross-functional impact across Roku’s advertising platform.

For New York Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $360,000 and $440,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Define and drive a multi-year technical strategy, influencing architecture across multiple teams
  • Set the long-term technical vision and take end-to-end ownership of the scalability, stability, and performance of Roku’s ad serving mediation platforms - systems operating at massive scale with significant revenue impact
  • Shape product direction by deeply understanding Roku’s advertising business, marketplace dynamics, and long-term monetization strategy
  • Lead and grow high-performing engineering teams to execute ambitious product and technical roadmaps
  • Hire, grow, and retain top talent, fostering a healthy environment where individuals can do their best work
  • Lead initiatives to significantly improve developer productivity by streamlining development workflows, modernizing tooling, and reducing operational load


We're Excited If You Have

  • 10+ years of experience architecting and building large distributed systems, with a proven track record of leading complex systems in dynamic, high-growth environments
  • Track record of building and leading high-performing senior and staff+ engineering teams
  • Perform as a staff+ technologist on complex, low-latency, revenue-critical, large-scale distributed backend systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and initiatives
  • Experience fostering AI-first thinking within engineering teams to drive innovation
  • Expertise in advertising is a plus
  • AI literacy and curiosity. You have either 1) tried Gen AI in your previous work or outside of work or 2) are curious about Gen AI and have explored it
#LI-SSC

Our Hybrid Work Approach

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy.

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.

Accommodations

Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.

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.

By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing WorkforcePrivacy@Roku.com.

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11,688 - 14,117 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Senior Data Scientist role focused on recommendations and personalization, driving data-driven insights and experimentation to improve product performance and ecosystem health. The position involves building analytical tools, data pipelines, and dashboards while partnering with product and engineering to deliver measurable business impact. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years experience in Data Science or related quantitative role, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in quantitative field, Strong expertise in SQL and at least one of: Python, R, SAS, Hands-on experience with A/B testing, Experience in statistical modeling and forecasting, Experience building dashboards and data visualizations, Ability to develop data pipelines for automation and reporting, Experience analyzing structured and unstructured data 📃 Skills: SQL, Python, R, SAS, Tableau, Looker, Statistics, Modeling, Forecasting, DataVisualization, DataPipelines, ABTesting 🏢 Description: 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 team The Core Analytics Team is a centralized function dedicated to providing data-driven insights to drive business and product success. We work closely with our Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams to deliver exceptional experiences to our customers while maximizing the value proposition for the business. About the role Roku is looking for a Sr. Data scientist to join the Core Analytics team supporting recommendations and personalization products. In this role, you will leverage data analytics to support and improve our recommendations and personalization initiatives, identifying trends, mitigating risks, and providing actionable insights. You will work closely with product management and engineering to identify opportunities to create new features, drive their adoption, and generate value for Roku. This individual will investigate and develop solutions to track, monitor and improve our ecosystem. The successful candidate is quantitatively driven, detail-focused, and possesses an elevated level of problem-solving expertise. For California Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $140,250 - $169,400 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off. What you'll be doing Collaborate with stakeholders to align data science initiatives with organizational goals and strategy design and execute AB tests Translate complex analyses into clear executive narratives and dashboards, driving consensus on priorities and accelerating delivery across the board. Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to monitor key metrics for operational and systems health Analyze structured and unstructured data and communicate insights to help stakeholders solve business problems, identify trends and make data-driven decisions Develop necessary data pipelines to power automation, validation and reporting Develop analytical tools (real-time alerts, models, etc.) to understand what drives success for our mobile platform Perform exploratory data analysis on emerging trends and execute advanced analysis across the Roku Platform Collaborate with the Program Management and Engineering team to proactively seek and incorporate feedback Providing feedback directly to leadership on performance of various initiatives and untapped opportunities We're excited if you have 5+ years of work experience with a bachelor's degree or master's degree in quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering or Computer Science) 5+ years of experience across consumer product, digital media or entertainment industries Expertise in SQL, SAS, R, Python or other programming language to query data and perform analysis Hands on experience with visualization tools like Tableau or Looker Have a bias towards action in resolving issues and operate in a high-energy, fast-paced environment Hands on experience in A/B testing and statistical modeling/forecasting #LI-AN1 Our Hybrid Work Approach Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy. 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. Accommodations Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com. 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. By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing WorkforcePrivacy@Roku.com.

Technology

Roku

UX Researcher, Quantitative Analysis

Mid

Hybrid

Santa Monica, CA

7,500 - 10,000 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Researcher role focused on designing and analyzing customer sentiment surveys in the context of product A/B tests to inform product decisions. The position involves quantitative research, experimental design collaboration, and integrating survey data with behavioral analytics. The role supports data-driven decision-making for new products and features used by millions of customers. 🗂️ Requirements: 2-3 years of consumer research experience in industry, Experience with survey design, Experience with quantitative analysis, Experience with experimental design and A/B testing, Ability to analyze and interpret survey and behavioral data, Experience collaborating with Product Management and Data Analytics teams, Ability to present quantitative research findings, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HCI, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or Market Research 📃 Skills: Surveys, Quantitative, Statistics, ABTesting, Experimentation, Analytics, DataAnalysis, AI, MaxDiff, Conjoint 🏢 Description: 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 Team The UX Research team includes customers in the development process from early discovery through post-launch. We work with multiple stakeholder teams across the lifecycle to ensure the customer experience is very well balanced with product monetization. About The Role Roku is looking for a Researcher to primarily work on customer sentiment surveys conducted in conjunction with product A/B tests, as well as other quantitative research tasks. This role requires collaboration with multiple cross-functional partners, including Product Management, Data Analytics, Engineering, Design, and other researchers. This role provides the opportunity to work on projects that will be seen and enjoyed by millions of customers in a capacity that supports major decision-making on new products and features. For California Only - The estimated annual base salary for this position is between $90,000 - $120,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off. What You’ll Be Doing Developing, planning, andexecuting research initiativesto understand what impacts product and feature sentiment, most often in the context of experimental A/B tests Being an active collaborator on the design of experimental A/B tests Working closely with a wide variety of Product Managers, Data Analysts, and others toidentifythe problems and business goals that your research will address Collecting and analyzing user sentiment through surveys, and working with others to combine these findings with behavioral data, to inform product decisions Effectively present research insights to diverse stakeholder audiences through written reports and live presentations Understand and confidently communicate the strengths and weaknesses of different experimental designs, different research approaches, and the findings of your research studies Optimize and automate repetitive research processes to drive efficiency and scale the sentiment survey program Additionally, conduct other quantitative research to help Roku better understand the needs, pain points, and experience of customers (potentially involving ongoing tracker surveys) Collaborate with fellow world-class user researchersinternationally and the Director of UX Research We’re Excited If You Have Proven skills with survey design, quantitative analysis, and experimental designs Experience building with AI (Claude Code, CoPilot, or similar) Ability to effectively work with the wider business at Roku, such as data analysts and other UX researchers, to incorporate their data into cross-functional reporting and recommendations Confidence to make recommendations to experiments being run by others Strong communication,presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills Persuasive presentation skills, reporting both qualitative and quantitative data Strong project management skills with the ability to define, plan, and execute projectsacross a wide range of product areas Ability to support timely communication and connection across multiple time zones Ability to leverage AI to streamline research processes and deliverables A passion for researching and understanding people 2-3 years of expertise as a consumer researcher in an industry setting Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in related fields, such as Human Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Market Research Extra Points If You Have Experience with more advanced survey/analysis techniques, such as MaxDiff, Conjoint, etc. Experience with qualitative UX research methods, allowing you to work on other project types as needed #LI-SB5 Our Hybrid Work Approach Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy. 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. Accommodations Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com. 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. By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing WorkforcePrivacy@Roku.com.

Technology

Roku

Senior Data Scientist

Senior

Hybrid

New York, NY

12,042 - 15,583 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Senior Data Scientist role focused on driving customer intelligence through advanced analytics to inform strategic decisions on engagement, retention, and monetization. The position involves leading end-to-end analyses, building scalable data pipelines, developing predictive and causal models, and delivering executive-ready insights. You will operate at the intersection of analytics and business strategy, translating ambiguous problems into measurable impact. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years experience in data science or advanced analytics, Proven experience solving ambiguous, high-visibility analytical problems, Experience building reusable measurement frameworks or impact evaluation methodologies, Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and Excel, Experience developing and productionizing data pipelines, Hands-on experience with Tableau or Looker, Knowledge of causal inference and experimentation, Experience writing production-quality analytical code 📃 Skills: SQL, Python, Excel, Tableau, Looker, Airflow, Statistics, Modeling, Experimentation, Analytics 🏢 Description: 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 team The Core Analytics Team is a centralized function dedicated to providing data-driven insights to drive business and product success. We work closely with our Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams to deliver exceptional experiences to our customers while maximizing the value proposition for the business. About the role Roku is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join the Core Analytics team and drive data-driven insights for our Customer Intelligence function, part of the broader Planning & Optimization team. Together, we answer high-impact business questions from senior leaders with clear, decision-ready insights. You’ll work on customer analytics that directly shape how Roku grows engagement, retention and monetization across the streaming ecosystem, with visibility to cross-functional leaders and meaningful ownership over high-impact questions. This role is designed to operate at the intersection of analytics and business strategy. We're looking for someone who can translate customer behavior into metrics and narratives which can help define our customer strategy, and/or measure the impact of initiatives on customer behavior. You’ll be expected to translate ambiguous stakeholder needs into strong analytical narratives and executive-ready deliverables. A core part of this work involves measuring incremental impact and distinguishing true effects from noise. Familiarity with causal inference and experimentation is important; deep specialization is a plus but not required. For New York Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $144,500 to $187,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off. What you'll be doing: End-to-end Advanced Analytics: lead the design, execution, and delivery of complex analyses, leveraging advanced analytics to understand customer behavior, predict churn, identify growth opportunities, and measure the incrementally of initiatives. Technical Execution & Automation: develop, optimize, and maintain scalable SQL and Python-based data pipelines and analytical workflows. Write production-quality code to create datasets, compute KPIs, validate results, and build predictive/causal models when needed. Partner with Data Engineering to enhance data quality, metric consistency, and pipeline reliability, including leveraging tools like Airflow. Dashboarding & Reporting: create and maintain Tableau/Looker dashboards and recurring scorecards that empower business teams with self-service insights, reducing ad-hoc requests and enabling continuous performance monitoring. Raise Analytical Bar: champion best practices in statistical rigor, bias awareness, and data governance. Continuously explore new methodologies and tools to elevate the team's analytical capabilities. Business-Oriented Storytelling & Communication: craft compelling, executive-ready narratives and presentations (slides, memos) that clearly articulate complex analytical findings, strategic implications, and actionable recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences, influencing decision-makers across the organization. Stakeholder Partnership: clarify objectives, assumptions, tradeoffs, and decision points; ensure outputs are usable. We’re Excited If You Have: 5+ years of experience in data science or advanced analytics roles driving measurable business impact. Demonstrated ownership of ambiguous, high-visibility analytical problems. Experience building reusable measurement frameworks or scalable impact evaluation methodologies. Strong proficiency in Excel, SQL and Python for data analysis and visualization. Experience building reusable analytical code and productionizing workflows (e.g., Airflow or similar tools). Hands-on experience with Tableau or Looker for reporting. Ability to communicate complex findings clearly to both technical and executive audiences. #LI-GT2 Our Hybrid Work Approach Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy. 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. Accommodations Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com. 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. By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing WorkforcePrivacy@Roku.com.

Technology

Roku

Senior Software Engineer, Roku TV

Senior

Hybrid

Austin, TX

🏢 Summary: Engineering role focused on developing and maintaining Roku OS features for Roku TV products, including SoC integration, third-party API integration, and end-to-end product development. The position involves embedded software development on Linux/Android-based platforms, scalability improvements, and collaboration with QA and hardware partners. The engineer will support full product lifecycle from platform bring-up to release. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field, 8+ years of software development experience, 4+ years of C/C++ development experience, Experience with SoC development and integration, Experience developing and debugging on Linux or Android-based embedded platforms, Strong understanding of Linux systems and kernel concepts, Knowledge of multithreading primitives, Experience with streaming audio/video platforms and graphics technologies, Experience with third-party API integration 📃 Skills: C, C++, Linux, Android, SoC, Kernel, Multithreading, APIs, Embedded, Streaming, Audio, Video, Graphics 🏢 Description: 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 team When you work at Roku, you work on a platform that real people use: You can show off the fruits of your labor to your family and friends and see it in your favorite stores’ electronics departments. As a member of the Roku Products Engineering team, you will design and develop embedded software systems that enable us to build world-class products, with Roku “inside” as their OS. To make this possible, you will work on the Roku OS on new technologies and develop new features while keeping our existing code clean and performant. Additionally, you will work with product managers to accommodate shifting demands and schedules; collaborate cross-functionally with our QA and other development teams; and build solutions with external hardware component vendors. We value individuals who take pride in their ability to navigate ambiguity, collaborate, and partner with both internal and external teams, including those with demanding engineering standards and a passion for building the highest-performing, best-in-class consumer products. We aren’t kidding that Roku is a place where no one is a bystander. If you want to work on a team where you will be surrounded by the best talent-building things used by millions of people, if you want a tech culture that just works, you should reach out. About the role We are looking for a talented engineer to join our Products Team working on the Roku TV program! You will be responsible for the core tasks ranging from Roku OS feature development, SoC partner collaboration, third-party API integration, code maintenance, design scalability solutions to help onboard new factories, supporting our QA and Channel certification teams, and everything else involved in our end-to-end product development and release cycles. To succeed in this challenging role, the following expertise is strongly preferred. What you'll be doing Roku OS feature development Code maintenance and scalability solution design and development Partner with internal QA and development teams System-on-a-Chip (SoC) integration and platform bring-up Third-party API integration Working end-to-end product development and release cycles We're excited if you have Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant fields 8+ years of relevant software development experience 4+ years C/C++ coding experience System-on-a-chip (SoC) development and integration preferred Experience developing/debugging on Linux or Android-based embedded platforms Good understanding of Linux system and kernel concepts, multithreading primitives, Linux tools, libraries, and open-source development Experience with streaming audio/video platforms, graphics, and industry standards Ability to excel in a fast-paced engineering environment Have an ability to communicate with candor and effectiveness Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams #LI-DH2 Our Hybrid Work Approach Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy. 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. Accommodations Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com. 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. By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing WorkforcePrivacy@Roku.com.

Technology

Roku

Senior Product Manager, Content Partner Portal

Senior

Hybrid

Santa Monica, CA

14,680 - 18,063 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Senior Product Manager role focused on building and scaling a self-service Partner Portal for content partners, enabling automated content management, analytics, and operational workflows within a streaming platform ecosystem. The position owns product vision, strategy, and execution to improve partner experience, operational efficiency, and platform scalability. It involves cross-functional leadership to deliver scalable B2B platform solutions for media and streaming partners. 🗂️ Requirements: 8+ years of Product Management experience in B2B platforms or partner portals, Experience shipping self-service products that reduce operational overhead, Experience in streaming, media, or entertainment industries, Understanding of content ingestion, metadata management, rights, and publishing workflows, Ability to discuss APIs, data architecture, validation systems, and integrations, Experience building portals or tools for content partners or suppliers, Experience with process automation and operational efficiency initiatives, Familiarity with contract management and financial reporting systems, Understanding of AVOD, SVOD, FAST business models and rights management 📃 Skills: APIs, DataArchitecture, ValidationSystems, Integrations, ContentManagement, Metadata, RightsManagement, Publishing, Analytics, Automation, ContractManagement, FinancialReporting, AVOD, SVOD, FAST 🏢 Description: 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 Team The Content Platform & Tools team empowers Roku's growing content ecosystem by building the tools and infrastructure that enable partners to onboard, manage, and optimize their content at scale. We're transforming how content partners interact with The Roku Channel & Premium Subscriptions, moving from manual, reactive operations to self-service automation that drives partner satisfaction, operational efficiency, and business growth. About the Role We're seeking a Senior Product Manager to build and scale the TRC Partner Portal, a comprehensive self-service platform that will revolutionize how content partners manage their relationship with Roku. You will own the product vision, strategy, and execution for a portal that addresses critical operational pain points, enables partners to independently manage content submission and issue resolution, and scales operations to support significant partner growth. You'll be the voice of the partner inside Roku, ensuring every feature decision is grounded in partner needs, and that the portal becomes an indispensable tool partners love to use. This role sits at the intersection of partner experience, operational efficiency, and platform scalability. You'll work closely with Content Partner Managers, Operations, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and external partners to deliver a world-class portal that empowers partners across VOD, FAST/Linear, and Live content. For California Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $176,163 - $216,750 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off. What You'll Be Doing Own the end-to-end product strategy for the TRC Partner Portal, defining vision and roadmap from foundational capabilities through full self-service maturity Champion partner success by establishing feedback loops, conducting regular partner research, building comprehensive enablement resources, and ensuring the portal delivers measurable improvements in partner satisfaction and operational efficiency Drive partner-centric product development by conducting deep research to understand pain points and designing intuitive self-service tools for content management, analytics, and operations Ship iteratively through phased releases, starting with core transparency features (title tracking, issue reporting, performance dashboards) and scaling to advanced capabilities (content editing, contract management, automated workflows) Lead cross-functional execution across Operations, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and Product Marketing to deliver seamless integrations and drive portal adoption Define success and optimize continuously by establishing key performance indicators, monitoring portal health, and using data to improve workflows and partner satisfaction We're Excited If You Have 8+ years of Product Management experience building B2B platforms, partner portals, developer tools, or content management systems Proven track record shipping self-service products that measurably reduce operational overhead and enable scalability Deep experience in streaming, media, or entertainment with understanding of content workflows including ingestion, metadata management, rights, and publishing Strong technical fluency with ability to discuss APIs, data architecture, validation systems, and platform integrations Experience building portals or tools for content partners, suppliers, or creators in media/entertainment ecosystems Experience building partner enablement programs including onboarding, training materials, and success metrics that drive adoption and satisfaction Background in operational efficiency or process automation with demonstrated impact reducing manual workflows through product solutions Familiarity with contract management, financial reporting, or multi-party payout systems in B2B contexts Understanding of content business models (AVOD/SVOD/FAST), rights management, territory restrictions, and performance analytics #LI-SSC Our Hybrid Work Approach Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy. 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. Accommodations Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com. 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. By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing WorkforcePrivacy@Roku.com.

Technology

Roku

Senior Software Engineer, Advanced Development

Senior

Hybrid

Austin, TX

🏢 Summary: Senior-level role focused on designing and evolving core RokuOS system software and foundational APIs used by internal and external SDKs. The position involves implementing high-performance, modular C++ solutions, refactoring existing architecture, and enhancing the OS to support modernized partner experiences. You will work on Linux-based, multi-threaded systems that impact millions of streaming devices worldwide. 🗂️ Requirements: 8+ years software development experience, 2+ years Linux application development, Strong C++20 expertise, Experience in API design and software architecture, Experience with multi-threaded and multi-process systems, Proficiency with gdb and git, Ability to refactor large C++ codebases, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field 📃 Skills: C++20, Linux, gdb, git, APIs, SDKs, Multithreading, Multiprocessing, Architecture, Refactoring 🏢 Description: 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 team The Advanced Development organization pushes beyond product line boundaries to build new things. We think independently of standard shipping cadences and timelines, working on foundational technologies that will impact every Roku device in the future, and on ideas that no one has seen before in their living room. We are responsible for driving the architecture of Roku OS, which ships worldwide and runs on devices in more than 85 million streaming households. This work can include anything from optimizing common libraries to redesigning the APIs and development environment used by third-party apps running on our platform. We work hard to ensure our software is optimized across a wide range of platforms, and we are super focused on maximizing customer experience. About the role In this role, you will be part of the team responsible for driving modular enhancements to the RokuOS architecture and for providing new ways for channel partners to leverage the modernized experience. You will implement new APIs for parts of Roku's system software and use your refactoring expertise to ensure that the APIs' capabilities satisfy all requirements without any privileged workarounds. We are looking for a forward thinker, one who has endless curiosity, uses AI, and demonstrates a strong bias for action. What you’ll be doing Design and evolve parts of the RokuOS system software that expose fundamental APIs for the Roku platform, used internally/externally for higher-level SDKs Demonstrate excellence in C++ development and deliver high-performance, ultra-reliable software Work cooperatively and coordinate small teams to deliver new features on time Demonstrate impeccable software design skills, make extensive changes to an existing C++ code base that are modular and maintainable We’re excited if you have 8+ years of experience in software development, architecture, and API design 2+ years of Linux application development Ability to accurately estimate software tasks and work to schedule Extensive experience in C++20, gdb, git, and adjacent tooling Experience with multi-threaded and multi-process development Detail-oriented, analytical, methodical, and self-driven Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related technical discipline Preferred Qualifications: Experience serving as a technical lead throughout the software development lifecycle Practical knowledge of application architecture and design patterns #LI-SB5 Our Hybrid Work Approach Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy. 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. Accommodations Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com. 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. By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing WorkforcePrivacy@Roku.com.