Senior Software Engineer in Media Tools and Automation (Coupang Play)

About Coupang Play

Coupang Play is a streaming service provided to Coupang WOW Members offering a diverse lineup ranging from original content, TV series, movies, and sports, to kids and families. Coupang Play always has something for everyone to enjoy at home on the go.

Coupang Play is available on any mobile device, tablet, Apple TV, PC (Chrome, Safari, Edge), as well as Smart TV and Android TV. Coupang Play's original content feature outstanding, well-made scripted and unscripted series such as "Boyhood," "Anna," and "SNL Korea." We strive to enrich our content library to continually create exceptional viewing experiences for our customers.

If you like to work on cutting-edge issues and solve complex problems, join us in our journey to creating services that meet the needs of and create value for our customers.

Role Overview

As a software engineer on the media tools and automation team, you will build tools and systems that automate the live and VOD streaming workflow, content validation, and quality measurement.

What You Will Do

• Automate the live and VOD streaming and content validation workflows.
• Build tools and systems for media understanding, video, and audio quality measurement.
• Work cross-functionally with content management, transcoding, content delivery, and player teams and provide tools for productivity.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development in a cloud environment.
• Experience in developing tools and automation frameworks.
• Proficient with modern cloud computing, such as AWS or GCP.
• Proficiency in programming languages (JavaScript, Python, Java, or Go).

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of AWS media technology, such as AWS Media Elemental.
• Understanding of Media Codecs such as AVC, HEVC, or AV1.
• Experience with Machine Learning libraries for video understanding.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Recruitment Process and Others 

Recruitment Process 

• Application Review > 1st Virtual Onsite Interview > 2nd Virtual Onsite Interview > Offer 
• The exact nature of the recruitment process may vary according to the specific job and may be changed due to scheduling or other circumstances. 
• Interview schedules and the results will be informed to the applicant via the e-mail address submitted at the application stage. 

Details to Consider 

• This job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date for application if all openings are filled.    
• Coupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information as part of the application process.    
• Coupang does not discriminate against disabled applicants or those with veteran status. We are proud to offer equal opportunities for all applicants. 
• Job titles and responsibilities may be subject to change depending on the candidate’s overall experience, etc. This will be communicated to the candidate at the appropriate time before the offer.

Privacy Notice 

• Your personal information will be collected and managed by Coupang as stated in the Application Privacy Notice located below
• https://www.coupang.jobs/en/privacy-policy/

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