Senior Software Engineer (Java - Backend. Ads)

Roku is hiring a Senior Software Engineer (Java - Backend. Ads) to design, develop, and maintain large scale, highly performant, real-time applications for the Ad Engineering Team. The role requires 9+ years of experience building large scale and low latency distributed systems, command of Java or C++, and solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, performance optimization techniques, object-oriented programming, multi-threading, and real-time programming.

Requirements

• 9+ years of experience building large scale and low latency distributed systems
• Command of Java or C++
• Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, performance optimization techniques, object-oriented programming, multi-threading, and real-time programming
• Experience with distributed caching, SQL/NO SQL, and other databases is a plus
• Experience with Big Data and cloud services such as AWS/GCP is a plus
• Experience in advertising domain is a big plus
• B.S. or M.S. degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
• Self-motivated individual with a high level of accountability and ownership
• Critical thinking and practical decision making
• Can do, results-oriented mindset
• Nonpolitical, collaborative, and team oriented
• Desire to win in a highly competitive industry
• AI growth mindset / AI Literacy

Benefits

• Global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources
• Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension)
• Time off work for vacation and other personal reasons