Senior Software Engineer (Video Specialist) - Consumer Experience

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Entertainment, Consumer SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess over eight years of deep, hands-on experience in the video playback domain, demonstrating long-term dedication and mastery, and a comprehensive understanding of the entire video delivery ecosystem. Strong coding skills in C++, Swift, and/or Kotlin are required, along with experience in implementing advanced video playback solutions using lower-level AVFoundation APIs, such as AVSampleBufferDisplayLayer and AVSampleBufferRenderSynchronizer, and beneficial experience with Apple’s low-level VideoToolbox framework.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for coding, writing easy-to-understand documentation, and presenting to larger groups and key leaders, focusing on creating a world-class mobile video experience optimized for low-bandwidth environments and seamless on-the-go usage. You will also be a technical leader, shaping strategic decisions and driving innovation, and contributing to the development of APIs and implementations to support seamless, high-quality video experiences for various teams, pushing the boundaries of video technology.

Skills

C++

Swift

Kotlin

Transcoding

Streaming

Demuxing

Adaptive bitrate selection

AVFoundation

VideoToolbox

Spotify

Digital music streaming service with podcasts

About Spotify

Spotify provides a digital music streaming service that allows users to access millions of songs and podcasts from various artists and creators. Users can choose between a free plan, which includes advertisements, and a premium subscription that offers an ad-free experience along with features like offline listening and higher sound quality. This tiered model caters to different user preferences and budgets. Spotify generates revenue through subscription fees from premium users and advertising from the free tier. Unlike its competitors, Spotify stands out with its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, and personalized playlists. The company's goal is to connect listeners with a wide range of audio content while supporting artists and advertisers.

Stockholms kommun, SwedenHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$2,004.2MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse

Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents

Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs

Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success

All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub

Spotify On Tour, join your colleagues on trips to industry festivals and events

Risks

Accidental display of adult content may harm Spotify's reputation.

Creating its own music to avoid royalties could lead to legal issues.

Layoffs may affect Spotify's operational efficiency and employee morale.

Differentiation

Spotify offers a vast library of music and podcasts globally.

The platform's user-friendly interface enhances user experience and engagement.

Spotify's personalized playlists cater to individual user preferences.

Upsides

Spotify's AI-powered Wrapped feature enhances user engagement and personalization.

Expansion into political podcasting taps into new audience segments.

Growing podcast popularity in Africa presents expansion opportunities for Spotify.

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