In this role, you design, implement, and optimize core UI systems that drive Roku’s user experience and developer platform. You will work on performance-sensitive rendering, animation, and layout code across devices, shaping architecture with cross-functional teams. You’ll directly impact tens of millions of users while advancing fast, reliable UI capabilities. Your work enables smooth visuals and instant responsiveness at scale, supporting ongoing innovation in AI-assisted development.
Pay / Benefits
mental health support
financial wellness resources
healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
life and disability benefits
retirement options (401(k)/pension)
vacation/time off
Responsibilities
Build scalable UI features for millions of users
Lead investigations and architect solutions across middleware, UI frameworks, and rendering pipelines
Integrate AI/ML capabilities and generative AI tools to accelerate development
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver global platform features with performance gains
Develop engineering tooling, frameworks, and automated workflows to improve developer efficiency
Mentor junior developers through design reviews, pair programming, and technical documentation
Stay current with platform, graphics, and AI trends to improve performance and developer experience
Key requirements
Minimum 5+ years of software engineering experience focused on UI frameworks or application development
Advanced BrightScript (or JavaScript-like) skills and Python proficiency
Knowledge and hands-on experience with C++
Strong root cause analysis and clear technical communication
Knowledge of AI applications and hands-on experience with generative AI tools and workflows
Proactive mindset with passion for continuous learning, fast iteration, and data-driven optimization
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