Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Twitch
Job overview
The Software Engineer role at Twitch involves building a multi-platform broadcasting and playback system for their Video Client Engineering team, impacting millions of users globally.
Responsibilities and impact
Daily tasks include developing video playback/broadcast experiences for iOS and Android, collaborating with backend teams, and implementing cross-platform tests.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range for this position is $99,500 to $200,000 per year, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, a 401(k), maternity and parental leave, and flexible PTO.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have over 1 year of professional software development experience, particularly in mobile software development for iOS and Android, along with a degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
Career development
Opportunities for professional growth include working on innovative projects in a leading live streaming service and collaborating with experienced engineers.
Work environment and culture
Twitch promotes a collaborative and community-oriented work culture, valuing diversity and teamwork.
Company information
Twitch is the largest live streaming service globally, focusing on various communities around gaming, entertainment, and more, with a commitment to empowering live communities.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Mobile Client SDK Team, which is part of the Video Client Engineering team, focusing on enhancing the media experience for users.
Job location and travel
The position can be based in San Francisco, Irvine, Seattle, or New York.
Company overview
Twitch is a live streaming platform primarily focused on video game streaming, including broadcasts of esports competitions, in addition to offering music broadcasts, creative content, and more recently, "in real life" streams. The company generates revenue through advertisements, subscriptions, and bits, a virtual currency that viewers can purchase to support streamers. Founded in 2011 and acquired by Amazon in 2014, Twitch has grown to become a dominant player in the live streaming industry, fostering a vibrant community of content creators and viewers.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience with mobile software development, specifically emphasizing skills in iOS and Android programming languages such as Swift, Objective-C, Kotlin, and Java.
Showcase any experience you have with building cross-platform libraries or SDKs, as well as your familiarity with video streaming technologies and codecs, which are highly relevant for this role.
Apply through various platforms including Twitch's corporate site, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your chances of being seen by hiring managers.
Connect with current employees in the Mobile Client SDK Team at Twitch on LinkedIn to express your interest in the position and gather insights into the team culture and expectations.
Use ice breakers such as mentioning a specific project you admire at Twitch, or asking about their experiences working on video playback solutions to initiate a conversation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description, such as 'mobile software development', 'cross-platform', and 'video streaming technologies', to improve the chances of passing automated screenings.
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