Samsung is hiring: Backend Engineer, Samsung TV Plus in Los Angeles

Samsung TV Plus is an industry-leading FAST (free ad-supported TV) and VOD (video-on-demand) service reaching 30 countries and 500+ million devices globally across TV and mobile. One of the first FAST platforms, Samsung TV Plus now offers more than 400 channels in the U.This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of the exploding and ever-evolving ad supported streaming space and play a key role in driving the growth of the TV Plus business. The Senior Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and automation of playout/rebroadcasting of FAST video content. Conduct engineering activities, projects, research, and operational tests in conformance to functional specifications, design requirements, operational capacities, and customer performance expectations. • Debug production issues raised by customers and customer support teams, isolate the cause, and work towards a fix. • and to ensure proper interface between software, systems, and operational performance. • Day to day interfacing with content ops debugging and developing solutions to on-board content partner's media. • Designing and building scalable, production-ready, robust systems and services. • Collaborate with stakeholders and teams across multiple time zones to deliver on exciting, globally viewed streaming content. • 8+ years of software development experience in a large-scale production environment • Bachelors/Master's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related STEM field • Highly proficient with Python • Proficient with Golang • Knowledge of HLS and Dash streaming specs and Video streaming workflows • Knowledge of video and audio encoding profiles and technologies • Experience with deploying services in a Docker/Kubernetes environment, as well as using various AWS tools (Lambda, SQS, etc) • Experience with AWS Elemental media services • Ability to solve problems in a fast paced and dynamic environment with focus on maintaining high quality and standards • Able to clearly communicate complex technical matters to an audience of varying technical competency orally and in writing (email, reports, etc) • Strong understanding of secure coding practices • Experience in writing unit, system and integration test cases and execution • Positive attitude, highly flexible, and self-motivated • Consumer of TV, gaming, and application content with a keen eye for what works in those spaces Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance (after 6 months), Paid Time Off, Student Loan Program (after 6 months), Wellness Incentives, and many more. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable Accommodations for Qualified Individuals with Disabilities During the Application Process Samsung Electronics America is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact our Reasonable Accommodation Teamor SEA_Accommodations_Ext@ for assistance.