Senior Software Engineer at Twitch

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Internet, Live StreamingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have 5+ years of professional software development experience or equivalent expertise, with a B.A. or B.S. in Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent years of experience. Experience building backend services at scale with technologies such as Golang and AWS, and experience serving as a technical leader of a team of software engineers are required. Familiarity with video delivery concepts, AWS Interactive Video Service, Twitch, gaming, and/or streaming on Twitch are considered bonus points.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Development Engineer will build and maintain the services that power Twitch’s video platform. They will serve as a technical leader for the Video Platform team, mentor and develop other engineers, and collaborate effectively with product managers, program managers, and other engineering teams at Twitch. The role also involves contributing positively to Twitch’s engineering culture.

Skills

Golang

AWS

Software Development

Technical Leadership

Backend Services

Team Leadership

Collaboration

Twitch

Interactive live streaming for gaming and esports

About Twitch

Twitch is an interactive live streaming platform that focuses on video game streaming, esports broadcasts, and creative content. It allows gamers and content creators to share their gameplay and creative processes in real-time, engaging with viewers through chat and other interactive features. The platform generates revenue through advertisements, subscriptions, and the sale of virtual goods, enabling content creators to earn money from their streams via viewer subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships. What sets Twitch apart from its competitors is its strong community aspect, which fosters interaction and engagement between streamers and viewers, creating a unique and immersive experience in the digital entertainment space. The goal of Twitch is to provide a platform where content creators can thrive and connect with their audience while offering viewers an engaging and entertaining experience.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$34MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Entertainment, GamingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance

401(k)

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Commuter Benefits

Amazon Employee Discount

Risks

Competition from YouTube Gaming and Facebook Gaming is intensifying.

Short-form video platforms like TikTok are drawing viewers away from Twitch.

Concerns over content moderation could lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Twitch offers real-time engagement through interactive chat and live streaming features.

The platform supports diverse content, including gaming, esports, and creative streams.

Twitch enables monetization for creators via subscriptions, donations, and sponsorships.

Upsides

Mainstream brands like KFC and Wendy's are collaborating with Twitch streamers.

Celebrities and politicians are using Twitch to reach wider audiences.

Organizations are hosting large-scale virtual events on Twitch, expanding its use cases.

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