Sr. Partner Engineer

About the team

The Partner Management team's mission is to guide our content partners to imagine, develop, and publish best in class video apps and experiences. As the main point of contact for platform, product and technical topics, we partner closely with content publishers, 3rd party developers, and cross-functional teams within Roku, including Content Acquisition, Partner Growth, Payments, Advertising, Partner Initiatives, Product and Engineering.

In addition to facilitating onboarding and channel launches across the world, we help partners build channels that delight customers while ensuring compliance to Roku's platform and business requirements.

Role Overview

Roku is seeking a Senior Partner Engineer to collaborate with high-profile content partners and bring their streaming experiences to the Roku platform. In this role, you will serve as the primary technical point of contact for key content publishers, guiding them through the full application lifecycle — from defining how their content and brand appear within the Roku ecosystem, through development and certification, to post-launch support and ongoing updates.

• Leverage deep expertise in the Roku SDK, video streaming technologies, application performance, and security to enable partner success
• Coordinate closely with internal engineering and business development teams
• Represent Roku in regular partner meetings to maintain productive working relationships
• Advocate for partner needs and priorities with internal engineering, product, and business development teams

Responsibilities

Manage technical relationships with key content partners from initial onboarding through post-launch support

• Advising partners on how to present their content and brand within the Roku platform
• Providing development support using knowledge of the Roku SDK, video streaming protocols, and application best practices
• Guiding partners through the application submission and certification process in collaboration with the Roku QA team
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues that arise during development or after channel publication
• Supporting partners in planning and developing application updates and new feature integrations
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure partner applications meet Roku platform and performance standards

Requirements

• 5+ years of software development experience
• Proficiency in HTML5, JavaScript, and/or TypeScript
• Experience developing in C++ with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on work
• Familiarity with video streaming standards such as HLS and DASH
• Experience programming in both managed and native software frameworks
• Knowledge of OpenGL or the mobile gaming ecosystem
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• A track record of building productive technical relationships with external partners or developers
• Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environments

Qualifications

The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of engineering and relationship management, balancing technical problem-solving with clear communication and strategic prioritization to drive mutual business value.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 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).

Pay

For California Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $208,100 - $220,800 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location.

Schedule

This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.

Our Hybrid Work Approach

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams generally work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are generally flexible for remote work, except for employees whose specific roles or assigned office location require five days' a week attendance.

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 EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.

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.