Senior Video Streaming Engineer

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September 24

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Wowza

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SaaS • Media • Telecommunications

Wowza is a leading provider of video streaming technology, offering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for both live and on-demand (VOD) video streaming. The company's platform includes video transcoding, playback, and analytics, and it is known for its high scalability and reliability, processing over 30 million hours of live video monthly. Wowza caters to a range of clients including broadcasters, sports organizations, and religious organizations, providing robust APIs and support for embedding video into applications. Their services are particularly suitable for cloud (SaaS) environments, private cloud, and hybrid cloud streaming setups, supporting high customization and efficient streaming workflows.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2007

☁️ SaaS

📱 Media

📡 Telecommunications

📋 Description

• Architect, configure, and optimize live and on-demand streaming pipelines using Wowza Streaming Engine • Configure and optimize Wowza Streaming Engine Transcoder for real-time workflows • Develop custom Java modules and extensions for transcoding pipelines • Implement hardware-accelerated transcoding (NVIDIA CUDA/NVENC, AMD GPUs) for high-density encoding • Design and implement CMAF packaging workflows for HLS/DASH delivery • Configure adaptive bitrate ladders with seamless switching • Optimize encoding parameters (MainConcept, AMD, x264/x265) for quality vs. bitrate trade-offs • Implement Low-Latency HLS (LL-HLS) streaming with sub-3 second latency • Benchmark and optimize transcoding performance across CPU and GPU resources • Configure CMAF packetization, manifest manipulation, and push publishing to CDNs • Handle ID3 metadata insertion, SCTE-35 markers, and DRM-protected CMAF streams • Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues including frame drops, audio sync, and encoding artifacts • Configure GOP structures, B-frames, and deinterlacing; optimize transcoding for 4K/UHD workflows • Manage concurrent channels and resource allocation; debug encoding artifacts and ensure SLA-quality performance

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in transcoding and packaging workflows (Wowza or similar) • Deep knowledge of video codecs: H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, VP8/VP9 • Strong Java development skills for Wowza module customization • Hands-on experience with GPU transcoding optimization (NVIDIA CUDA/NVENC, AMD/Xilinx) • Expertise in ABR streaming protocols & container formats (HLS, DASH, MPEG-TS, CMAF) • Experience configuring transcoder templates, encoding presets, and parameters • Knowledge of Common Encryption (CENC/CBCS) for DRM • Proficiency with FFmpeg and encoding frameworks (x264, x265, MainConcept) • Familiarity with video quality metrics (PSNR, SSIM, VMAF) • Strong Linux and Windows server experience

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $100,000 – $225,000 • Generous Paid Time Off • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (effective Day 1) • 401(k) with strong company match • Dependent Care FSA • Employer-paid Life Insurance and AD& D • Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) • Paid Parental Leave • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Training & Development opportunities • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)