Remote Principal Software Engineer, Video, Frontend

Description:

• As a Principal Software Engineer on the video player team at Crunchyroll, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of the next-generation video player library.
• You will advocate for excellence in operations, engineering, and delivery, collaborating with Engineering, Program Management, Product, and QA to establish the technology roadmap.
• Reporting to the Software Engineer Director, Video Players, you will work with an international team of 100+ client engineers and leaders.
• The role requires a passion for technology and the streaming space, with at least 15 years of industry experience.
• You should have experience as a developer, technical leader, and architect of front-end customer-facing applications, having developed solutions used by millions of users.
• Expertise in multimedia frameworks and protocols like MPEG-DASH and HLS is essential, along with hands-on experience in multiple code stacks (mobile, web, backend, db, infrastructure).

Requirements:

• Passion for technology and the streaming space with 15+ years of industry experience.
• Experience sustaining core values of excellence in operations, delivery, and engineering.
• Background as a developer, technical leader, and architect of front-end customer-facing applications.
• Track record of developing solutions used by millions of users.
• Ability to work with product and program peers to establish technology roadmaps.
• Experience leading technology leaders and driving important engineering programs.
• Expertise in multimedia frameworks and protocols like MPEG-DASH and HLS.
• Hands-on experience developing in multiple code stacks (mobile, web, backend, db, infrastructure).

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including salary and performance bonus earning potential.
• Flexible time off policies for work-life balance.
• Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance.
• Health Saving Account (HSA) program and health care and dependent care FSA.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and employer-paid commuter benefit.
• Support program for new parents and pet insurance.
• Some offices are pet-friendly, and there are progressive health benefits and perks available.