Senior Software Engineer (Content Platforms) at Tubi

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Streaming Media, Technology, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of experience in backend or distributed systems engineering (Elixir, Erlang, Go, Ruby, Scala, or Python preferred)
Experience with job processing frameworks (e.g., Oban, Sidekiq, Celery)
Familiarity with Kubernetes and gRPC/Protocol Buffers
Solid understanding of databases, caching, and distributed system design fundamentals
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
Experience building or integrating content management systems (CMS) for large-scale media or data platforms
Understanding of metadata models, content workflows, and publishing pipelines
Familiarity with internal tools development or partner-facing content interfaces (strong plus)
Experience with data caching, service orchestration, or scalable backend architectures
Emphasis on testing, CI/CD, and code quality
Experience using or integrating AI-powered agents to automate workflows, improve operational efficiency, or support developer productivity
Familiarity with frameworks or APIs for LLM-based agents, such as LangChain, OpenAI Assistants API, or custom automation agents
Interest in leveraging AI for content operations, metadata enrichment, or developer tooling
Familiarity with CDN, Cloud Storage, and performance monitoring tools
Exposure to tools such as FFmpeg, USP, or Shaka, and formats like H264/H265/AV1/HLS/DASH (experience with video transcoding or streaming pipelines is a plus)
Willingness to travel to San Francisco office three days/week (hybrid role)

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design and implementation of distributed systems supporting content ingestion, transformation, and delivery
Collaborate closely with the Product, Design, and Content teams to improve content pipeline efficiency and streaming quality
Take ownership of medium-to-large components, ensuring reliability, scalability, and maintainability
Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and uphold engineering best practices
Develop and maintain distributed services to ensure reliability and scalability
Optimize content delivery or video transcoding workflows in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Contribute to performance improvements and cost reductions across the CDN and storage layers
Design and implement APIs, background jobs, and service integrations
Participate in on-call rotations and contribute to improving system observability

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Distributed SystemsVideo StreamingContent IngestionTranscodingScalabilitySystem DesignJavaPythonGoAWSKubernetesDockerMicroservices

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

This is a hybrid role based out of the San Francisco office, requiring travel to the office three days per week.

What technical skills and experience are required for this position?

Candidates need 3+ years in backend or distributed systems engineering with preferred languages like Elixir, Erlang, Go, Ruby, or Scala; experience with job processing frameworks such as Oban, Sidekiq, or Celery; familiarity with Kubernetes and gRPC/Protocol Buffers; and understanding of databases, caching, and distributed systems.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the team culture like for this position?

You'll join a collaborative team of engineers passionate about video streaming technologies, large-scale system design, and cross-functional impact, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Software Engineer role?

Strong candidates have experience building or integrating Content Management Systems for large-scale media platforms, understanding of metadata models and content workflows, plus familiarity with internal tools or partner-facing interfaces.

Tubi

Free ad-supported movie and TV streaming

About Tubi

Tubi provides a free streaming service that allows users to watch a large selection of movies and TV shows without any subscription fees. The platform operates on an ad-supported model, meaning that while users can access content for free, they will see advertisements during their viewing. This approach makes Tubi appealing to individuals who are looking for quality entertainment without the costs associated with services like Netflix or Hulu. Tubi primarily targets a diverse audience, including budget-conscious consumers and those who prefer streaming over traditional cable TV. Currently, Tubi operates in the United States and is working on meeting GDPR requirements to expand into European markets. The company's goal is to offer accessible entertainment while generating revenue through advertising partnerships.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$73MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Compensation - Every employee is paid a competitive & equitable salary.

Benefits - We offer generous coverage for health, dental, vision, and more for you and your dependents.

Parental Leave Program - We are proud to support growing families of all shapes and sizes and types. We welcome each new addition with generous paid time off to bond with your new addition.

Wellness - Tubi cares about your well being inside and out. That’s why we offer multiple coverage options for mental and physical well being for you and your family as well as a fitness stipend.

Tuition Reimbursement Program - Your professional growth and development are important to Tubi and we’re here to support you.

401(k) Match - Investing in your future is important to us. From our highly-rated retirement savings matches to financial advisors and planning services, we offer many resources to help keep you financially fit.

Risks

'Scenes' may struggle to differentiate from TikTok and Instagram Reels.

UK expansion faces regulatory and competitive challenges from local streaming services.

Past perceptions of Tubi as a 'scam' may hinder brand trust and growth.

Differentiation

Tubi offers a vast library of free, ad-supported content, unlike subscription services.

The 'Scenes' feature provides TikTok-style clips to enhance content discovery.

Tubi's partnerships with creators like Issa Rae boost its appeal to diverse audiences.

Upsides

Growing interest in ad-supported streaming boosts Tubi's user base and ad revenue.

The 'Scenes' feature aligns with the trend of short-form video consumption.

Tubi's potential European expansion opens new markets and revenue streams.

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