Software Engineer Intern, Streaming Media

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is revolutionizing the way the world experiences televisionAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to power every television globally. We pioneered the streaming revolution, connecting consumers with their favorite content and empowering publishers to engage vast audiences while providing advertisers with unique opportunities to reach consumers.From day one at Roku, you will play a significant role in our journey. We are a rapidly growing public company where every team member is integral to our success. You will have the chance to delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining invaluable experience across diverse disciplines. About this areaThe MediaPlayer team, part of the RokuOS organization, is responsible for the engine that drives every stream on our platform. We are at the core of the user experience, enhancing and optimizing our media pipeline to ensure seamless playback for millions globally. Our team is dedicated to continuous innovation and pushing the limits of performance, ensuring Roku remains the benchmark for streaming excellence. About the roleJoin Roku’s MediaPlayer team as a Software Engineer Intern, where you will engage at the intersection of embedded systems and digital media. This paid 12-week internship, commencing in Summer 2026, will involve contributing to the core elements of RokuOS that manage video and audio streaming. You will be tasked with a high-impact project aimed at enhancing the media playback engine, improving playback performance, or boosting the reliability of our media stack across millions of devices. Your responsibilities will includeLeading a project within the MediaPlayer stack, which may involve implementing new media features, optimizing media playback KPIs, or enhancing support for modern streaming protocols and codecs.Developing high-performance C++ code on Linux-based systems to improve the efficiency and stability of the core media pipeline.Utilizing advanced debugging and analysis tools to reproduce, isolate, and resolve complex playback issues across various hardware profiles.Collaborating...

Teamwork Makes the Stream Work. Roku is Transforming the Way the World Engages with TelevisionRoku stands as the leading TV streaming platform across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with aspirations to power every television globally. We pioneered the streaming revolution, and our mission is to connect the entire TV ecosystem by linking consumers to their favorite content, enabling content publishers to build and monetize extensive audiences, and providing advertisers with unique tools to engage consumers effectively.From your very first day at Roku, you will make a significant and valued impact. As a rapidly growing public company, we empower every team member to contribute meaningfully. Join us in delighting millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining valuable experience across various disciplines. About the TeamThis team focuses on enhancing customer-centric features that elevate user experience—from content discovery and search to Roku Pay, subscriptions, embedded software, and firmware. Our product roadmap accelerates growth and scalability, introducing exciting new features to millions of Roku users worldwide.Our developers and engineers are empowered owners, driven from within to tackle features or projects that need resolution. Success here stems from collaboration across engineering teams, UI design, product management, and business leadership, allowing individual independence to flourish in a deeply cooperative environment. We are pragmatic innovators, continually redefining the streaming media landscape. About the RoleAs a leading force in the streaming domain, Roku continues to innovate and shape the future of television and digital streaming. Your role as a Senior Software Engineer will involve substantial contributions to our embedded UI development and algorithm implementation for sophisticated features, enhancing user intuitiveness and supporting the platform's underlying architecture. You will be wo...

Join Us in Shaping the Future of TV Streaming! Roku is revolutionizing the way the world experiences televisionAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is dedicated to transforming every television into a smart TV. Our mission is to connect consumers with their favorite content, empower content publishers to grow their audiences, and provide advertisers with innovative engagement tools. At Roku, you won't just be a part of a team; you'll be part of a movement.From day one, you will make meaningful contributions within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. With us, you will have the chance to delight millions of TV streamers globally while gaining invaluable experience across various disciplines. About the TeamOur teams focus on developing and enhancing the user interface layers and developer-facing SDKs that drive the Roku OS experience. This work includes optimizing embedded UI components, performance tuning, and creating tools that assist both internal and external developers in building outstanding channels and features for our millions of users. About the InternshipJoin one of Roku's cutting-edge UI teams as a Software Engineer Intern, where your enthusiasm for technology and creativity will contribute to our success. This is a paid 12-week internship starting in Summer 2026.As an intern, you'll tackle a specific project aligned with our UI/SDK roadmap—whether it's refining a UI component, enhancing performance metrics, or developing a tool for developers. Our UI teams utilize various programming languages, including C++ and TypeScript, and are embracing GenAI-assisted development workflows to elevate productivity and quality. Your ResponsibilitiesLead a well-defined project that enhances our UI/SDK capabilities.Contribute to both front-end and embedded UI codebases using contemporary languages and methodologies while collaborating on integration with platform services.Apply best practices in profiling, testing, and documentation; learn how we balance usability, reliability, and performance at scale.Preferred QualificationsCurrently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Familiarity with TypeScript for UI tooling, modern development frameworks, or other relevant technologies.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is revolutionizing the way the world experiences televisionAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is dedicated to powering every television globally. We pioneered the streaming experience and are on a mission to connect the entire TV ecosystem. We link consumers to their favorite content, empower publishers to build and monetize vast audiences, and offer advertisers unparalleled opportunities to engage viewers.Your journey at Roku begins with impactful contributions. As a rapidly expanding public company, every team member plays a vital role. Join us in delighting millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining invaluable experience across diverse fields. About This TeamThe Embedded teams focus on device firmware, platform features, and the integration of system-on-chip (SoC) components, emphasizing reliability, performance, and seamless user experiences across devices and TVs. About the InternshipJoin Roku’s embedded software team as a Software Engineer Intern, where your enthusiasm for technology and creativity will be pivotal to our success. This paid internship lasts for 12 weeks, starting in Summer 2026.As an Embedded Software Engineer Intern, you will tackle a specific project that enhances our embedded stack, such as implementing a new feature, improving performance, or developing automation enhancements to ensure the delivery of high-quality software across devices. Your ResponsibilitiesLead a project in the embedded sphere; possible tasks include implementing a feature, optimizing memory/performance, or creating automated tests for a system module.Utilize C++ on Linux-based systems; employ debugging and analysis tools to reproduce, isolate, and resolve issues.Collaborate with engineers across firmware, platform services, and quality assurance to ensure reliable delivery. Preferred QualificationsCurrently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.Proficiency in C++ (experience with modern C++ is a significant advantage).Familiarity with development and debugging on Linux-based embedded platforms.

Collaborate to Innovate in Streaming. Join Roku in Shaping the Future of TelevisionRoku, the leading TV streaming platform across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, is on a mission to connect every television around the globe. As pioneers in the streaming industry, we empower consumers to access their favorite content, assist publishers in expanding their audience, and offer advertisers unique engagement opportunities.From your first day, you’ll play a crucial role at Roku, a dynamic public company where every voice matters. Experience the excitement of delighting millions of global TV streamers while gaining invaluable experience across various domains. About the TeamOur team focuses on developing and enhancing the UI framework and components that drive Roku's user experiences. Our strategic roadmap accelerates growth and scalability, delivering innovative features to tens of millions of Roku users worldwide.At Roku, our developers and engineers take ownership of their projects, driven by an intrinsic motivation to solve problems and deliver results. Collaboration with different engineering teams, UI design, product management, and business leaders is key to our success, creating an environment where independent spirit thrives alongside teamwork. We are innovators redefining the streaming media landscape. About the RoleAs a Senior Software Engineer specializing in UI Infrastructure, you will significantly contribute to the development of our embedded UI framework. Collaborating closely with system architects, you will create new features and enhance existing ones to boost system stability and performance. Additionally, you will be instrumental in developing tools that benefit the broader development community at Roku. Your proven success in delivering high-quality software on embedded platforms will be essential to our ongoing innovation.

Collaboration Fuels Innovation. Join Roku: Transforming the Future of TelevisionRoku is the leading TV streaming platform across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with a vision to power every television globally. As pioneers in streaming technology, our mission is to seamlessly connect consumers with their favorite content, assist publishers in growing their audiences, and enable advertisers to engage with consumers uniquely.From day one at Roku, you will be a crucial part of our team. As a rapidly growing public company, we believe every employee has the opportunity to make a difference. Experience the thrill of delighting millions of TV viewers worldwide while developing your skills across various disciplines. About the role Are you ready to immerse yourself in the realm of observability and contribute to developing Roku's next-generation AI-driven observability platform? Do you have a passion for the CNCF open-source ecosystem, including tools for metrics, logs, and tracing? Are you excited to explore how AI and Large Language Models can enhance observability workflows? If you thrive on problem-solving, enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, and seek innovative approaches to enhance observability through intelligent automation, this is the role for you. Here, you will have the chance to expand your skills while managing large-scale operations involving high-volume data and requests across various regions and clusters, all while leading the charge in AI-powered observability solutions. If you are eager to learn and make a significant impact at the intersection of observability and AI, we would love to hear from you!

Teamwork Makes the Stream Work. Roku is Revolutionizing Television.As the leading TV streaming platform across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to empower every television globally. We pioneered the concept of streaming to TVs and aspire to connect consumers to their favorite content while enabling content publishers to grow and monetize their audiences. Advertisers can also benefit from our unique engagement capabilities.From day one at Roku, you'll be a key contributor in our dynamic and fast-growing public company, where every team member makes a significant impact. Join us to delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining diverse experiences across various disciplines. About the TeamThe International TV Software team at Roku focuses on developing and delivering innovative software for television platforms in international markets, particularly in Europe and Australia. Collaborating closely with SOC partners, we aim to introduce new TV products, develop software that adheres to regional broadcast standards, and support certification with organizations like ETV, the BBC, and DTG. Our team engages in both new platform and common software development projects, contributing to both groundbreaking features and the ongoing evolution of Roku’s international TV software ecosystem. We value engineers who are inquisitive, adaptable, and eager to comprehend the full scope of the systems they work on.About the RoleAs a Software Engineer on the Regional TV Software team, you will play a vital role in developing and delivering software for regional TV platforms, engaging in both new projects and software development. You will collaborate with SOC vendors, assist in certification processes with UK and European broadcasting organizations, and contribute to defining and building new software features. This position is ideal for an early-career engineer who is curious, collaborative, and driven to expand their expertise across various areas of a complex software system.What You’ll Be DoingDeveloping and maintaining software for regional TV platforms, focusing on European and Australian markets.Collaborating with SOC vendors to support new initiatives and software projects.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Join Roku in transforming the way the world experiences televisionAs the leading TV streaming platform across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is dedicated to revolutionizing the viewing experience for people everywhere. We have pioneered streaming technology and seek to unify the TV ecosystem, connecting viewers with their favorite content while empowering content creators to reach vast audiences and providing advertisers with innovative engagement tools.From day one at Roku, you will make significant contributions in a thriving public company where every team member plays an essential role. This is an opportunity to impact millions of TV streamers globally while acquiring valuable experience across various fields. About the RoleIn this senior software engineering position, you will be responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and testing of the run-time and native renderer components of Roku's innovative software development kit (SDK). Collaborate closely with fellow engineers who focus on the higher-level scripting elements of the SDK.At Roku, we take pride in creating software and features that function seamlessly on both our oldest and newest devices. Hence, it's crucial that the SDK is designed to operate efficiently even on devices with minimal system resources like RAM, Flash memory, and CPU. What you’ll be doingArchitecting, designing, implementing, and testing the run-time and native renderer of Roku's SDK.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is revolutionizing television viewing.As the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku aims to power every television globally. We were pioneers in bringing streaming to the TV and are committed to being the central platform connecting the entire TV ecosystem. We link viewers to their favorite content, empower content creators to grow and monetize their audiences, and provide advertisers with unique opportunities to engage consumers.From your first day at Roku, you will play a crucial role in our team. As a rapidly expanding public company, we encourage every employee to contribute actively and meaningfully. You’ll have the chance to enchant millions of TV streamers globally while gaining invaluable experience across various disciplines. About The TeamThe Roku Enterprise Engineering team is pivotal in developing a robust, integrated, and scalable platform that supports essential business processes throughout the organization. This team drives Roku's corporate strategy by automating workflows across all Business Systems, including Supply Chain, Finance, Sales Operations, and Human Resources. By reimagining traditional workflow automation approaches, we employ advanced engineering methodologies and API-driven design to enhance internal processes, increase efficiency, and deliver innovative solutions.Our expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of technologies, including Java and Python-based MicroServices, AWS/GCP cloud backend systems, and Big Data technologies like Hive and Spark, along with modern web applications. With a globally distributed team across the U.S., India, and Europe, we thrive on collaboration, leveraging diverse perspectives to tackle complex challenges. Our success is founded on a shared commitment to technical excellence, creativity, strong ownership, and a collaborative spirit that drives significant results for Roku's operations. About The RoleAs a senior technical lead, you'll act as a platform services developer, crafting innovative solutions using contemporary software frameworks and paradigms. You are a self-motivated problem solver with a solid foundation in building large-scale software platforms and applications. Your focus on execution will help you establish a reputation for consistently delivering projects on time.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Join Roku in Revolutionizing TV ViewingRoku stands as the leading TV streaming platform across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with a vision to power every television globally. As pioneers in streaming technology, our mission is to connect the entire TV ecosystem. We bridge consumers with their favorite content, empower publishers to grow and monetize their audiences, and offer advertisers unique opportunities to engage viewers.Your journey with Roku begins with a meaningful contribution. As a rapidly expanding public company, we value proactive team members who thrive in a dynamic environment. Here, you will have the chance to delight millions of global TV streamers while gaining invaluable experience across diverse disciplines. About the TeamThe International TV Software team at Roku is dedicated to developing and delivering innovative software solutions for television platforms in international markets, particularly in Europe and Australia. Collaborating closely with SOC partners, the team aims to introduce new TV products, ensure compliance with regional broadcast standards, and support certification with organizations such as ETV, the BBC, and DTG. As a cross-functional team, we value engineers who are curious, adaptable, and eager to explore the complexities of the systems they work on.Your Role at RokuAs a Senior Software Engineer on the Regional TV Software team, you will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering software for regional TV platforms. Your responsibilities will include working on new TV platform initiatives, collaborating with SOC vendors, supporting certification processes with UK and European broadcasting organizations, and defining new software features. This position offers an excellent opportunity for engineers looking to advance their careers in a complex software environment.Your ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain software for regional TV platforms, focusing on European and Australian markets.Collaborate with SOC vendors and broadcasting organizations to ensure compliance and certification.Contribute to the design and implementation of new software features.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is transforming the way the world experiences televisionAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to power every television globally. We pioneered the streaming-to-TV experience, connecting viewers with their favorite content, enabling content creators to build and monetize extensive audiences, and offering advertisers unique ways to engage consumers.From day one at Roku, you will be an integral part of our team in a fast-growing public company where every voice matters. You’ll have the chance to delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining valuable experience across various disciplines. About the Team The Advanced Development organization pushes the limits of product innovation by creating groundbreaking technologies that will influence all Roku devices in the future. Our team operates independently from standard shipping schedules, focusing on foundational technologies, including modern Linux embedded C++, build systems, cloud backend solutions, and web platforms. About the RoleJoin us as a Software Engineer Intern, where your enthusiasm for technology and innovative ideas will play a key role in our success. This is a paid 12-week internship starting in Summer 2026.We will customize your project for optimal impact during your time with us. One exciting initiative involves constructing a community-ready Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for the Roku Cloud Emulator, enabling external developers to manage virtual Roku devices via AI assistants. While we have a working internal proof-of-concept, it requires a complete rebuild for public accessibility. Our platform emulation product runs a software-only version of the Roku OS, mimicking real hardware and facilitating broader scale testing through cloud hosting. What You Will Be DoingLeading a project aimed at making our emulation product accessible to external developers through AI assistance.Collaborating with engineers across various specialties to ensure successful delivery.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is transforming the way the world engages with television.As the leading TV streaming platform across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to empower every television globally. We were pioneers in TV streaming and aim to connect the entire TV ecosystem. Our platform links viewers to beloved content, assists content creators in building substantial audiences, and offers advertisers unique tools to engage with consumers.From day one at Roku, your contributions will be impactful and appreciated. We are a rapidly growing public company where every team member plays a crucial role. You'll have the chance to delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining valuable experience across diverse areas. About the TeamJoin the Device Monetization and Themed Experiences (DMTE) team within our Advertising organization, where the magic happens behind the scenes. We develop high-performance graphics and UI frameworks that power the FRAME engine, the backbone of Roku's fluid and visually captivating experiences across millions of devices globally. Our impact is felt whenever a user navigates a menu, interacts with animated ads, or enjoys a custom experience promoting the latest shows or movies. We thrive on tackling technical challenges, from optimizing UI rendering to refining memory usage, utilizing BrightScript (or a JavaScript-like language) to deliver robust, high-performance solutions. In our collaborative, high-trust environment, innovative ideas are welcomed from all team members as we partner closely with firmware, UI, and product teams to ensure our platform remains fast, reliable, and poised for the next wave of streaming innovation. If you are passionate about creating the unseen foundations that enable exceptional user experiences, this is the team for you. About the RoleAs a Software Engineer on the DMTE team, you will drive Roku's platform innovation by implementing and optimizing BrightScript (or JavaScript-like) systems, contributing to the seamless user experience we offer.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Join Roku as we transform the way the world experiences television!Roku is the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with a vision to power every television globally. We have revolutionized streaming to the TV and our goal is to connect consumers with the content they love while providing robust tools to content publishers and unique engagement opportunities for advertisers.From day one at Roku, you’ll be a vital part of our mission. We are a rapidly growing public company where every team member's contributions are recognized. This is your chance to delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining invaluable experience across various fields. About the TeamThis team focuses on enhancing the UI framework and components that shape the Roku user experience. Our roadmap is designed to accelerate growth and scalability, delivering innovative features to millions of Roku users globally.Our developers and engineers take ownership of their projects, driven by an internal motivation to tackle challenges. Collaboration is key, as they work alongside different engineering teams, UI designers, product teams, and business leaders. Here, engineers thrive by balancing independent initiative with teamwork, driving innovation in the streaming media landscape. About the RoleAs a Software Engineer specializing in UI Infrastructure, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our embedded UI framework. Collaborating closely with system architects, you will develop and enhance features to boost system stability and performance. Additionally, you will create tools to support the wider development community at Roku. A demonstrated history of delivering high-quality software on embedded platforms is a key requirement for this role.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is revolutionizing the way people enjoy televisionAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to connect every television globally. We were pioneers in bringing streaming to the TV and aim to be the go-to platform that links the entire TV ecosystem. We empower consumers to access the content they love, assist publishers in expanding their reach and revenue, and offer unique advertising opportunities to engage audiences effectively.At Roku, from day one, your contributions will be valued. We are a rapidly growing public company where every team member plays an active role. This internship offers you the chance to impact millions of TV streamers across the globe while gaining valuable experience in various disciplines. About the RoleJoin one of Roku's UI teams as a Software Engineer Intern, where your passion for technology and creativity will be key to our success. We offer a paid 12-week internship, commencing in Summer 2026.In this role, you will undertake a scoped project aligned with our UI/SDK roadmap—tasks may include improving a UI component, enhancing performance instrumentation, or developing tools for developers. Our UI teams utilize a variety of programming languages from C++ to TypeScript, and we embrace AI-assisted development workflows to enhance productivity and quality. You could be involved in projects focused on creating AI tools for UI generation for Roku devices or similar tasks. What You’ll Be DoingTake ownership of a clearly defined project that advances our UI/SDK capabilities.Contribute to front-end and embedded UI codebases using modern programming languages and patterns, collaborating on integration with platform services.Implement best practices in profiling, testing, and documentation; gain insights into how we ensure usability, reliability, and performance at scale. We’re Excited if You HaveCurrently enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science/Engineering or a related field (ideally seeking penultimate year students).Proficiency in scripting languages such as JavaScript or TypeScript.

Collaboration is Key to Innovation. Join Roku in Transforming the Television ExperienceRoku stands as the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with ambitions to empower televisions globally. As pioneers in TV streaming technology, our mission is to connect the entire television ecosystem. We bridge viewers to their favorite content, assist content publishers in growing their audiences, and offer advertisers innovative ways to connect with consumers.Your journey with Roku begins with a significant contribution from day one. As a rapidly expanding public company, we ensure that all team members are engaged participants. Here, you can delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining invaluable experience across diverse disciplines. About the TeamOur distributed team spans multiple continents and time zones, dedicated to crafting high-quality software releases for Roku’s latest player devices. We thrive on agility and have a strong commitment to creating user-friendly and enjoyable products. As an intern, you will be treated as a valued contributor, collaborating with engineers, QA experts, product managers, and other stakeholders, with ample support through mentorship, feedback, and structured onboarding. Position OverviewThis internship is ideally suited for students entering their Placement Year with an interest in embedded software development and software quality. You will play a crucial role in enhancing product quality and developer productivity by contributing to automated testing, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing testing processes for C/C++ applications on embedded/Linux-based systems.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is revolutionizing the way the world consumes televisionAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to power every television globally. With a pioneering spirit in streaming, we aim to create a comprehensive TV ecosystem connecting viewers with their favorite content, empowering content creators to engage audiences, and providing advertisers with innovative engagement tools.From day one at Roku, your contributions will be meaningful and appreciated. Join our dynamic, fast-paced public company where every team member plays a vital role in delighting millions of viewers worldwide while gaining invaluable experience across diverse areas. About the TeamBecome a part of a dedicated team focused on delivering customer-centric features that enhance user experiences on a global scale. We specialize in developing engaging content such as wallpapers, screensavers, trivia, and featured experiences, alongside innovative AI projects for content generation. Guided by an ambitious product roadmap, we aim to accelerate growth by introducing cutting-edge features to millions of users worldwide.We cultivate a culture of ownership and self-motivation, encouraging engineers and developers to tackle challenges and deliver impactful solutions. Collaboration is essential as our engineers work closely with cross-functional teams, including UI design, product management, and business leadership. If you are passionate about transforming the streaming media landscape in a collaborative, dynamic environment, this team is perfect for you. About the RoleOur products are renowned for their seamless integration and user-friendly design that delight users from the outset. These attributes stem from our meticulous engineering practices and relentless pursuit of excellence.As a member of the engineering team, you will develop and manage features for Screensavers, Static & Dynamic Wallpapers, Trivia, Featured Experiences, and AI initiatives. Your work will focus on creating user-enhancing experiments through innovative AI-driven features.

Collaboration Fuels Innovation. Join Roku - Revolutionizing TV ViewingAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to empower every television worldwide. Pioneering the streaming experience, we connect viewers to their favorite content, support publishers in audience growth and monetization, and provide advertisers with exceptional tools for consumer engagement.From day one at Roku, your contributions will be valued. We are a rapidly expanding public company where every team member plays an essential role. This is your chance to impact millions of TV streamers globally while gaining significant experience across diverse disciplines. About Our TeamThe Advertising Performance team is dedicated to optimizing the performance of all participants in the advertising ecosystem, including advertisers, publishers, and Roku itself. Our systems and solutions leverage various disciplines and technologies for real-time, multi-objective optimization on a large scale with minimal latency. Utilizing Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, AI, and Optimization Systems, we tackle a wide array of complex challenges. Central to our efforts is our Machine Learning, Experimentation, and Inference Platform that supports the entire operational landscape.

Teamwork Makes the Stream Work. Join Roku in Revolutionizing TV ViewingAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to revolutionize how the world watches television. We connect viewers with the content they love, empower content creators to build and monetize their audiences, and provide advertisers with unique engagement opportunities.From your first day, your contributions will be invaluable. As a fast-growing public company, we encourage active participation from all team members, offering opportunities to delight millions of viewers while gaining diverse experience across various fields. About the TeamAt Roku, we pioneered streaming to the TV and continue to lead the industry with innovation. Our multi-disciplinary team is responsible for developing the architecture and implementing the services that power Roku's browse and discovery platform, which serves as the backbone for The Roku Channel, delivering a vast array of free and premium content to millions globally. About the RoleWe are on the lookout for a Senior Software Engineer experienced in building scalable services. With millions relying on us for their entertainment needs, we prioritize scaling, reliability, and automation while continuously enhancing our platform. Collaborating closely with the product team, we pride ourselves on rapidly iterating features from prototypes to A/B tests and finally to full release. There are ample opportunities to tackle intriguing challenges as we shape the future of this platform.The ideal candidate is driven by curiosity and possesses a global perspective combined with locally relevant execution. You should be a resilient problem solver and self-starter, capable of driving initiatives alongside product and commercial teams at Roku and with external strategic partners. A balance of technical and interpersonal skills is essential, as adaptability to shifting business requirements is key.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is transforming the way the world experiences television.As the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is on a mission to power every television globally. We are pioneers in streaming technology, connecting viewers with the content they love. Our platform empowers content publishers to grow and monetize their audiences while offering advertisers unique ways to engage consumers.From day one at Roku, you will make a significant, appreciated contribution. We are a rapidly growing public company where every individual plays a critical role. Join us to delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining invaluable experience across various areas. About the RoleBecome part of our team as a Software Engineer Intern, where your enthusiasm for technology and innovation will propel our success. This is a paid 12-week internship set to start in Summer 2026.We will customize your project to ensure the best experience during your time with us. One exciting idea on the table is the creation of an AI-driven development workflow for designing and testing new APIs. This initiative would facilitate rapid prototyping of new interface definitions and implementations, including automated testing and documentation, while gathering insights to evaluate design concepts. Your ResponsibilitiesLead a project that contributes to the effectiveness of our development team.Utilize C++ in Linux-based systems, employing debugging and analysis tools to reproduce, isolate, and resolve issues.Collaborate with engineers from firmware, platform services, and quality assurance to ensure reliable delivery. We Would Love to SeeEnrollment in a Computer Science/Engineering degree program or a related field.Demonstrated modern C++ proficiency through coding outside of your academic curriculum.Experience in developing/debugging on Linux-based embedded platforms.Understanding of Linux kernel concepts, multi-threading primitives, Linux tools, libraries, and open-source development.Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Bash.

Teamwork makes the stream work. Join Roku in Transforming the TV ExperienceAs the leading TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Roku is dedicated to revolutionizing how the world consumes television. Our innovative technology connects users to beloved content and empowers publishers while providing advertisers with unmatched engagement opportunities.From day one, your contributions at Roku will be significant and appreciated. As a rapidly growing public company, we encourage active participation, offering you the chance to impact millions of households globally while gaining diverse experience across various technological disciplines. Position OverviewWith over 85 million active users, our products are celebrated for their ease of use and seamless integration. This excellence comes from our commitment to developing intuitive products that enhance the streaming experience. We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer focused on developing vital features for the Roku platform's user interface. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in building high-performing applications and SDK components, eager to contribute to a widely recognized consumer electronics platform.This role is perfect for a seasoned professional who values visibility, thrives on making a critical business impact, and is excited to work on components that influence nearly every streaming experience on Roku. Team DynamicsOur team is dedicated to enhancing customer-centric features that elevate user experience across platforms, including device integration, TV and player-centric UI, and IoT functionalities with Roku OS. Our product roadmap is designed to facilitate growth and scalability, continuously delivering innovative features to millions of Roku users worldwide.