Software Engineer, C++

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Roku is seeking a hands-on Software Engineer for the New Product Introduction team to help build the next generation of Roku TV devices. This embedded role sits close to hardware, the OS, and the media stack, with C/C++ work across SoC integration, board bring-up and performance tuning. You’ll work independently and in small teams to deliver features on schedule, collaborate with QA and cross-functional partners, and influence the full product lifecycle from hardware integration to customer-facing fixes. Ideal candidates have strong C/C++ systems programming, embedded Linux experience, and hands-on work with device drivers or media pipelines. To apply, tailor your CV to show shipping software on hardware, quantify outcomes, and highlight collaboration, onsite in Manchester under Roku’s hybrid policy.

Teamwork makes the stream work.

Roku is changing how the world watches TV

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.

About Roku

Roku pioneered streaming to the TV — and today we help shape how millions of people around the world discover and enjoy entertainment.

Our platform powers one of the largest TV streaming ecosystems globally, with nearly 90 million active accounts worldwide and over 100 billion hours streamed annually.
Our teams build the software experiences that sit at the heart of modern television — powering Roku streaming players, Roku TV™ devices, and partner platforms across the globe.

Since entering the UK market in 2012, Roku has seen tremendous growth, giving viewers access to thousands of streaming channels — from BBC iPlayer, ITVX, and All4 to Netflix, Prime Video, NOW, and many more. Through the Roku Powered licensing program, we also collaborate with major partners such as Sky to deliver streaming experiences at scale.

As streaming continues to replace traditional TV, Roku’s platform has become the “home screen” for millions of households — combining operating system innovation, embedded engineering, and large-scale media technology.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our New Product Introduction team and help build the next generation of Roku TV devices.

This is a hands-on embedded engineering role where you’ll work close to the hardware, operating system, and media stack — helping deliver features that ship directly to customers’ living rooms.

You’ll thrive here if you enjoy working closely with the team, solving complex system problems, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring new devices to life.

What You’ll Do

• Work independently and in small teams to deliver new product features and functionality on schedule
• Feature development in C/C++
• Maintain and design scalable embedded software solutions across our device portfolio
• Collaborate closely with QA and cross-functional engineering teams
• Integrate and optimise third-party APIs and media technologies
• Contribute across the full product lifecycle — from early hardware integration to customer-impacting issue resolution
• Work on System-on-Chip (SoC) integration, board bring-up, and device performance tuning
• Experiment with AI tools for automation and operational efficiency. Constantly look for creative and innovative ways to solve real life problems.

We’re Excited If You Have

• Hands-on professional software development experience
• Strong C/C++ systems programming background
• Solid understanding of embedded Linux, open-source tooling, and device-level development
• Experience working in user space and/or kernel space
• Familiarity with media playback engines, streaming protocols, or video/audio pipelines
• Hands-on experience with embedded systems or shipping software on hardware platforms
• Ability to estimate technical work and deliver reliably in a fast-moving environment
• Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or equivalent engineering experience
• Experience with SoC integration, device drivers, or video streaming technologies is highly valued.
• AI growth mindset – has experimented with AI tools.

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Our Hybrid Work Approach

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy.

Benefits

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include 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). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.

Accommodations

Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].

The Roku Culture

Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV. 

We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002. 

To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.

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