[Remote] Roku Engineer at TribalScale

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Requirements

  • Proven experience developing world-class Roku applications using BrightScript and SceneGraph
  • In-depth knowledge of the Roku device ecosystem, including strategies for optimizing performance and memory usage on older devices
  • Experience with core Roku frameworks (Advertising, Analytics, etc.) and familiarity with the Roku Channel Store submission process
  • Strong background in debugging, threading, and rendering issues in embedded systems
  • Solid understanding and practical experience with RESTful web services
  • Demonstrated experience with video streaming/encoding technologies and familiarity with open-source video libraries
  • Experience (or exposure) to Android TV and Apple TV development

Responsibilities

  • Develop and Maintain Roku Apps: Design, code, test, and debug Roku applications using BrightScript and SceneGraph
  • Platform Optimization: Address the challenges of working with a wide range of Roku devices, particularly older models with strict memory and performance constraints
  • Framework Integration: Utilize core Roku frameworks (e.g., Roku Advertising Framework, Roku Analytics) and ensure compliance with the submission requirements for the Roku Channel Store
  • Video Streaming Expertise: Work with various video streaming and encoding technologies, including mainstream open-source video libraries
  • Cross-Platform Knowledge: Leverage your experience with Android TV (and, ideally, Apple TV) development to bring a holistic perspective to the project
  • Backend Collaboration: Work closely with backend teams to integrate RESTful web services into the Roku ecosystem
  • Innovation & Exploration: Stay abreast of emerging video platforms/technologies and suggest innovative approaches to enhance our applications
  • Collaboration: Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting sessions, and technical discussions to ensure high-quality deliverables

TribalScale

Digital transformation and product development consultancy

About TribalScale

TribalScale helps businesses adapt to the digital world by using Agile practices to transform teams and develop digital products. They work with various clients, including major television networks, to enhance their OTT (over-the-top) services, allowing users to access breaking news and other content digitally. What sets TribalScale apart from competitors is their focus on collaboration and innovation, offering not just financial support but also strategic guidance, mentorship, and connections to technology partners. Their goal is to empower enterprises to grow through process transformation, product development, and establishing strong brands.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$3.6MTotal Funding
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Support
Professional Development Budget
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Rapid AI advancements may challenge TribalScale's integration capabilities.
Increased competition in digital transformation could impact TribalScale's market share.
Reliance on strategic partners exposes TribalScale to potential partner-related risks.

Differentiation

TribalScale excels in Agile practices for digital transformation and product development.
The company partners with major networks to enhance OTT digital access.
TribalScale's business model emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and strategic guidance.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven software customization boosts TribalScale's market opportunities.
Partnerships like with McCain Foods highlight TribalScale's role in manufacturing modernization.
Recognition as a top innovator enhances TribalScale's brand and attracts new clients.

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