Roku Developer

This is a remote position.

Position :   Roku Developer

Experience :   5 years of hands-on experience

Location :   Remote / On-site (Canada / India)

Type :   Full-Time

About the Role :

As a   Roku Developer , you will be a key member of a cross-functional team responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality OTT applications for globally recognized brands such as   Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, MTV, and BET . You will leverage your expertise in Roku development to create seamless, engaging, and scalable Video on Demand (VOD) experiences used by millions of users worldwide.

This role requires a strong technical background, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will work closely with developers, designers, project managers, and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions while adhering to industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities :

Design, develop, and maintain Roku applications using   BrightScript   and the   Roku SceneGraph SDK .

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new features, including   onboarding, UI / UX design, video playback, analytics integration, and more .

Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for both existing codebases and new projects.

Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure optimal performance and user experience.

Work directly with clients to understand requirements, manage rapidly changing scopes, and deliver high-quality solutions.

Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in OTT and VOD development.

Participate in   Agile methodologies   such as Scrum, Sprints, and Kanban to deliver projects on time.

Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Tech Stack :

Core Languages :   BrightScript, C, Java

Frameworks & SDKs :   Roku SDK, Roku SceneGraph

Development Tools :   Git, GitHub, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence

Build Tools :   Webpack, Gulp, NPM

APIs & Integrations :   RESTful APIs, Analytics SDKs, Ad Integration (e.g., Google IMA)

Testing :   Unit Testing, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)

Additional Technologies :   JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3 (for hybrid app components)

Scripting Languages :   Python, Ruby (bonus)

Platforms :   Roku OS, SmartTV, OTT platforms

Bonus Skills :

A degree in   Computer Science   or a related field.

Experience with   Python, Ruby, or similar scripting languages .

Knowledge of   JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 .

Familiarity with   Component-Based Development .

Experience with developer tools like   Jira   and   Confluence .

Requirements

5 years of professional experience   in software development, with at least   2 years of hands-on experience in Roku development .

Strong proficiency in   BrightScript   and the   Roku SDK , including SceneGraph.

Solid understanding of   Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) ,   threading , and   memory management .

Experience with   source code management tools   such as Git, GitHub, or Bitbucket.

Familiarity with   Node.js ecosystem build tools   like Webpack, Gulp, and NPM.

Knowledge of   API integration   and   RESTful services .

Experience with   Agile methodologies   (Scrum, Sprints, Kanban) and   Test-Driven Development (TDD) .

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and clients.

A passion for learning new technologies and staying updated with industry trends.

Benefits

What We Offer :

Opportunity to work on globally recognized OTT platforms.

A collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

A chance to be part of a growing team that values creativity, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.