Senior Software Engineer, Test at Roku

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 the Team The Platform Quality Engineering team at Roku is working on the cutting edge technologies testing all Roku Products while optimizing test efficiency. We work on Roku TVs, Players, Audio, OS releases and partnering with numerous TV brands to integrate Roku OS into their devices. Roku has established a strong and rapidly growing presence in North America and is working to expand our footprint across Europe and Australia. 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 the role Roku is seeking an experienced Senior Software Development Engineer at Test to focus on the development and execution of automated testing strategies for Roku TV and related products, ensuring high-quality user experiences and efficient testing processes. In this role, you will be responsible for formulating test strategies, designing test cases, and developing automated test scripts to replace manual testing processes. You will be collaborating with world-class global development & QA teams applying your finest Test Automation expertise across a range of our state-of-the-art devices. Additionally, you will play a key role in enhancing test frameworks and providing actionable end-user feedback to improve the customer experience. What you will be doing • Innovation of automated test development for applications developed in Linux/C/C++ • Develop new automation test scripts using Python or homegrown BDD/LLM tool • Convert the existing backlog of manual test cases into reliable, repeatable automated tests • Troubleshoot and analyze automation test results, identifying root causes to improve product and automated test quality • Contribute to the Continuous Integration pipeline by running component builds, creating and running Deployment jobs on individual stages on Jenkins, and running automated functional tests • Promote coding conventions and standards for code re-usability and cleanliness • Conduct code reviews for improved code quality and optimization • Setup and maintain test automation infrastructure and tools • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, address technical challenges, and align testing goals with product objectives • Improve and maintain existing automation frameworks to enhance test efficiency and scalability • Develop and maintain documentation for automated test processes, scripts, and frameworks We’re excited if you have • 8+ years of relevant test automation development experience • 5+ years of proven expertise in writing automated test scripts using Python or equivalent programming language • Bachelor’s or Master degree in computer science, or a related field • Strong problem-solving, analytical and technical troubleshooting skills • Excellent debugging skills and comfortable working with Linux based systems • Hands-on experience with smart TVs, consumer audio/video devices, set-top boxes, or remote controllers • Knowledge of audio/video streaming technologies and codecs (e.g., HLS, MP4, MKV, smooth streaming) • Proficiency with the use of continuous integration tools (Jenkins/Hudson, TeamCity, Maven, Gradle) • Experience working with Git/GitLab • Experience with other automated testing tools (JUnit, TestNG, Selenium, RestAssured, SoapUI) and RESTful API testing using tools or scripts • Familiarity with AI/ML-driven testing tools or methodologies for predictive test coverage and failure analysis • Knowledge of containerization and virtualization technologies (e.g., Docker, VirtualBox) for test environments. • Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional and remote teams • A self-directed professional able to work independently • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English 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 [Upgrade to PRO to see contact]. 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 [Upgrade to PRO to see link] By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe at any time by emailing [Upgrade to PRO to see contact].