Remote Video Streaming Engineer / Media Software Developer

Description:

• As a Video Streaming Engineer, you will play a key role in developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting video streaming solutions.
• You will maintain and troubleshoot efficient streaming workflows and ensure high-quality video delivery.
• The position requires hands-on experience with video streaming protocols, FFmpeg, and media frameworks.
• You will need an in-depth understanding of ensuring an optimal user experience across platforms.
• Responsibilities include assisting in developing and optimizing video streaming solutions using HLS, FFmpeg, and related technologies.
• You will troubleshoot and help resolve common streaming issues, such as buffering, latency, or sync problems, with guidance from senior engineers.
• You will contribute to implementing video encoding and decoding workflows for various platforms.
• Collaboration with software developers, QA engineers, and support teams to deliver reliable media services is essential.
• You will work with streaming protocols like HLS, RTMP, and WebRTC to enhance video playback experiences.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of media APIs and integration projects is part of the role.
• Staying informed about advancements in video streaming technology and suggesting potential improvements is expected.
• You will help ensure scalable and reliable media delivery solutions, including working with cloud-based tools and CDNs.

Requirements:

• A strong problem-solving mindset and a keen eye for detail are essential.
• Good communication and collaboration skills are required.
• You should have an eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and curious attitude about new technologies is necessary.
• Familiarity with video streaming technologies like HLS and FFmpeg is required.
• Intermediate programming skills in Python, Go, or JavaScript languages are necessary.
• An understanding of video and audio codecs and a willingness to learn about media encoding and decoding is important.
• Experience or coursework with media frameworks like GStreamer, OpenCV, or VLC is a plus.
• A willingness to learn about streaming protocols and content delivery networks (CDNs) is expected.

Benefits:

• The position offers monetary compensation and a year-end bonus.
• Employees are provided with IMSS, AFORE, and INFONAVIT benefits.
• Major and minor medical expenses insurance, life insurance, and funeral expenses insurance are included.
• Preferential rates for car insurance and TDU membership are available.
• Employees enjoy holidays and vacations, sick days, bereavement days, and civil marriage days.
• Maternity and paternity leave are provided.
• English and Spanish classes are offered.
• A performance management framework and opportunities for certifications are included.
• The TALISIS Agreement provides discounts at ADVENIO, Harmon Hall, U-ERRE, and UNID.
• Employees can earn Taquitos Rewards and receive an Amazon gift card on their birthday.
• A work-from-home bonus and a laptop policy are part of the benefits package.