Wurl

Software Engineer Intern

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AdTech, CTV, StreamingIndustries

About Wurl, LLC.

At Wurl, our mission is to create innovative technologies and services that help accelerate the shift to streaming. At our core, we are innovators focused on driving the streaming industry forward with technologies that help connect viewers to the right content and ads. Our technology and data-driven solutions help companies reach new audiences, engage high-value viewers, and ultimately increase their revenue.

In 2022, Wurl was acquired by AppLovin (Nasdaq: APP), a leading marketing platform, giving our employees the best of both worlds: the dynamic environment of a 150+ person startup as well as the stability of a high-growth public tech company. We invest in providing a culture that fosters passion, drives excellence, and encourages collaboration to drive innovation. Wurl is a fully-remote company that has been globally recognized for our people and technology, having been named a Great Place to Work by Fortune in 2022, 2023, and 2024; an Ad Tech Company of the Year finalist by the UK Business Tech Awards in 2023; a BIG Innovation Awards winner in 2024 and 2025; and the “Innovation in Advertising” winner by the StreamTV Awards in 2024.

Wurl is seeking a motivated and talented Software Engineering Intern to join our dynamic engineering team. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in developing and maintaining software solutions that power our AdTech and CTV platforms. You will work closely with experienced engineers and contribute to projects that impact millions of viewers.

What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with the engineering team to design, develop, test, and deploy software applications.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of best practices and coding standards.
  • Assist in troubleshooting and resolving software defects and issues.
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code with corresponding unit tests.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for software features and functionality.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in AdTech and CTV.

What You Bring

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, JavaScript.
  • Understanding of common data structures and algorithms.
  • Familiarity with web development technologies frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js).
  • Knowledge of database systems (SQL).
  • Understanding of software development methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Git).
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Passion for technology and a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Knowledge of AdTech technologies and concepts.
  • Familiarity with CTV platforms and OTT (Over-The-Top) video streaming applications.

What We Offer

  • Paid internship ($30/hr) with flexible scheduling.
  • Remote-first work culture and support.
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers and product experts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AppLovin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send us a request at accommodations@applovin.com.

AppLovin will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

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Skills

Software Development
Testing
Deployment
Code Reviews
Troubleshooting
Unit Testing
Documentation

Wurl

Cloud platform for TV channel distribution

About Wurl

Wurl provides a cloud-based platform that enables the creation and distribution of TV channels for content creators, broadcasters, and media companies. The platform allows users to upload and manage their video content, schedule programming, and distribute it across various Over-The-Top (OTT) and pay TV services. Clients can automate their content management processes, including live programming and ad insertion, which helps them save time and resources. Wurl differentiates itself by offering a user-friendly interface and a comprehensive suite of tools that facilitate seamless content distribution to platforms like Samsung TV Plus, Twitch, Sinclair STIRR, and Roku. The company's goal is to enhance the visibility and revenue potential of its clients by helping them reach a global audience of 130 million viewers.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$32MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
51-200Employees

Risks

Competition from Tubi and Pluto TV threatens Wurl's market position in CTV.
Ad-blocking technology on CTV platforms may impact Wurl's ad monetization strategies.
Regulatory scrutiny over data privacy could increase compliance costs for Wurl.

Differentiation

Wurl offers a cloud-based platform for seamless TV channel creation and distribution.
The company enables real-time ad targeting with its GenAI-based BrandDiscovery solution.
Wurl's ContentDiscovery platform uses machine learning for viewer engagement and content discovery.

Upsides

Partnerships with Edgio and Chess.com expand Wurl's reach in the FAST channel market.
Increased demand for personalized CTV ads boosts Wurl's BrandDiscovery platform potential.
Growing importance of real-time data analytics enhances Wurl's data-driven solutions.

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