Software Engineer - SmartTV Applications - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Software Engineer to join our Consumer Applications team through Fandango at Home, focusing on the development and optimization of SmartTV applications. The ideal candidate has a strong background in JavaScript and HTML5, with specific experience building and maintaining TV apps across major SmartTV platforms (e.g., Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, Vizio, etc.).

In Short

• Design, develop, and maintain SmartTV applications using JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS.
• Implement responsive, high-performance UIs optimized for various living room device constraints.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and QA to ship new features and improve user experience.
• Ensure cross-platform compatibility and performance tuning across SmartTV ecosystems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior developers.
• Participate in architectural discussions and help shape the direction of SmartTV development.
• Investigate, debug, and resolve technical issues across the app stack.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of team workflows, tools, and standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in front-end development, with at least 2+ years in SmartTV app development.
• Deep expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Familiarity with device constraints and optimization techniques for performance and memory.
• Experience working with video playback technologies, DRM, and streaming formats (HLS, DASH) is a strong plus.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, particularly in embedded or non-standard browser environments.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile development practices.
• BS in Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere.
• Be part of a leading media and entertainment company.
• Collaborate with a talented and diverse team.
• Contribute to significant projects impacting millions of users.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development.