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Senior Software Engineer, UI

Roku
Full Timesenior
San Jose, California$370k – $400kPosted 10 days ago

Role Overview

Roku is hiring a Senior Software Engineer, UI. This is a full-time role in San Jose, California. posted last week. The posted range is $370k to $400k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

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

Join the Home Screen team — the engineers behind Roku's home screen and the experiences that greet every Roku user the moment they turn on their TV. Our work ships to hundreds of millions of devices worldwide.

We move fast and hold a high bar. Engineers on this team own features end-to-end — from the OS platform layer through BrightScript/SceneGraph UI to cloud integration — and collaborate closely with product, design, and cross-functional engineering partners to bring ambitious ideas to production at scale.



About the role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to take deep ownership of the OS UI platform that powers the Roku home screen and Browse Surfaces. You will drive architecture and delivery across the OS client stack: SceneGraph component framework, performance and memory optimization, and the user-facing experiences built on top of it.

For California Only - The estimated annual base salary for this position is between $370,000 - $400,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.

 

What you'll be doing

  • Architect and implement features across the Roku home screen & Browse Surfaces, through SceneGraph UI to cloud-backed content experiences
  • Drive performance, memory efficiency, and reliability of the home screen on constrained embedded hardware
  • Own features end-to-end: design, implementation, testing, and production rollout to hundreds of millions of devices
  • Collaborate with UI/UX design, product management, and cloud engineering teams to define and deliver new user experiences, including AI-driven features
  • Mentor engineers, establish technical standards, and evangelize best practices across the team
  • Investigate and resolve complex platform issues affecting millions of users



We're excited if you have

  • 7+ years of software engineering experience, with significant time in embedded or consumer electronics environments
  • Deep proficiency in C++ and/or BrightScript/SceneGraph/TypeScript (or equivalent TV platform SDK experience)
  • Proven track record in architecting and shipping features on constrained embedded platforms (memory, CPU, GPU)
  • Strong understanding of multi-threaded development, concurrency, and real-time programming
  • Experience building and shipping UI experiences on embedded or consumer electronics platforms
  • Knowledge of Linux operating systems and system-level debugging
  • Experience with API design and cross-team integration
  • Leader in  AI/ML and LLM technologies, with interest in applying them to content and UI experiences
  • Strong communication skills — this role involves frequent collaboration across engineering, product, and design
  • B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or equivalent engineering experience
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What's Roku's approach to hybrid working?

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.

 

What are some of the 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). Employees are supported in taking time off, in accordance with local leave policies and other personal needs to support 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 EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.

 

What should I know about Roku's 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 https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.

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How do I apply for the Senior Software Engineer, UI position at Roku?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Roku. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Senior Software Engineer, UI position at Roku located?

This position is based in San Jose, California. Roku has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

How much does the Senior Software Engineer, UI role at Roku pay?

Roku has posted a compensation range of $370k to $400k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.

When was the Senior Software Engineer, UI role at Roku posted?

This role was posted on July 12, 2026 (10 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Software Engineer, UI role at Roku require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Roku lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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