Partner Engineer
Partner Engineering | San Jose, United States | ID: 10569
Partner Engineer
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
Roku is seeking a talented and motivated Partner Engineer to work closely with leading content providers and bring their streaming experiences to life on the Roku platform. This role is a unique opportunity to collaborate with media companies such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO and Disney while developing both your technical expertise and cross-functional collaboration skills.
For California & New York Only - The estimated base salary for this position is between $135,000 - $153,000 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
- Support key partners throughout their application development lifecycle on the Roku platform, from design and integration through launch and updates.
- Act as a technical liaison, helping partners understand Roku’s SDKs, tools, and best practices.
- Work closely with Roku engineering, product, and partner management teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
- Provide clear technical guidance on application architecture, streaming standards, and performance optimization.
- Assist with certification and testing processes, ensuring high-quality and compliant applications.
- Contribute feedback to improve Roku SDKs, documentation, and developer experience.
- Build strong professional relationships with partner engineering and product teams, representing Roku with professionalism and technical expertise.
- This role combines technical problem-solving with communication and relationship management. You will gain exposure to senior engineers and executives while learning how to influence partner roadmaps and contribute to Roku’s growing ecosystem.
We're excited if you have
- 3–5 years of software development experience.
- Proficiency in C++ or a similar programming language; experience with other system-level or application development languages (e.g., Java, Objective-C, Go) is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with at least one of the following: video streaming protocols (HLS, DASH, Smooth Streaming), APIs (REST/GraphQL), or embedded systems.
- Familiarity with Linux, Git, and common development workflows.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with the ability to communicate solutions clearly.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience working across technical and non-technical teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
- Bonus: Exposure to OpenGL, graphics frameworks, or embedded development
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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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