Golang Job: Software Engineer - GoLang

An entertainment services company in New Jersey is currently seeking a new Software Engineer - GoLang for a great opportunity with their staff.

***This is a Hybrid opportunity requiring the qualified professional to work at least 3 days a week onsite.***

Responsibilities:

The Software Engineer - GoLang will be responsible for:

• Building and supporting the live and linear pipeline for streaming video, optimizing video encoding, packaging, and delivery


• Providing support for live events and other linear channels


• Working with Product Owners to implement smart technology solutions ad tools delivery premium quality audio and video experiences


• Managing and maintaining cloud-based content delivery and services


• Performing other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in Software Development and Web Technologies


• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field


• Proficiency with languages such as GoLang, NodeJS, TypeScript, React etc.


• Technical experience with cloud-based technologies, specifically within architecture/infrastructure (AWS)


• Experience in building real-time, large-scale, low-latency distributed systems


• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and large-scale deployment


• Deep understanding of OO Design Principles and Patterns.


• Embrace open-source technologies


• Solid understanding of containerization as it relates to Cloud (Kubernetes, Docker)


• Key understanding of technology principles and work methods (Agile, Scrum, etc.)


• Great interpersonal skills


• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)


• Strong attention to detail


• Highly organized

Desired Skills:

• Experience working with digital video workflow and operations, and digital video technology development


• Understanding of playback protocols such as DASH, CMAF/HLS


• Knowledge with Server Side Ad insertion (SSAI), transcoding and packaging


• Knowledge of OTT video delivery pipelines including basic networking concepts, source origination, video ingest & encoding, and packing including encryption and DRM