Sr. Software Engineer

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The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for designing and delivering innovative user experiences for our consumer-facing streaming application on the WebTV platform. This role involves close collaboration with product owners, UX designers, and both front-end and back-end engineers to help build the next-generation video streaming platform for consumers.

• Create best-in‑class content discovery and video streaming experiences for STARZ subscribers across multiple streaming platforms.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure products are of high quality and performance.
• Work collaboratively with members of the broader Digital Platforms team—including leadership, QA professionals, designers, business analysts, and software engineers in an open, creative environment.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in STARZ web applications and related service APIs.
• Contribute to all aspects of the software development lifecycle:
• Architecture and design
• Object‑oriented development
• Unit testing / test‑driven development
• Integration testing
• Deployment
• Maintenance
• Post‑deployment production support and troubleshooting

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise or consumer software development
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (preferred)
• Expertise in frameworks such as Angular, React, Next.js, and Node.js.
• Demonstrated experience in developing consumer‑facing user interfaces and supporting UI components.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a proven ability to diagnose, debug, and resolve issues effectively.
• Experience with video playback systems, particularly in managing DRM‑protected content using DASH, Widevine, and Play Ready. Proficiency in DRM management, working with various codecs, integrating closed captions and familiarity with streaming protocols is highly valued.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft developer stack (UWP, WPF) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of cloud‑based architectures (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well‑documented code.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

$135,000 - $165,000

STARZ (NASDAQ: STRZ) is the leading premium entertainment destination for women and underrepresented audiences, and home to some of the most popular franchises and series on television. STARZ offers a robust programming mix for discerning adult audiences, including boundary‑breaking originals and an expansive lineup of blockbuster movies, and is embodied by its brand positioning “We’re All Adults Here.” Complementary to any platform or service, STARZ is available across a wide range of digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors and is a bundling partner of choice.

STARZ is powered by an industry‑leading advanced technology, data analytics and digital infrastructure and the highly rated and first‑of‑its‑kind STARZ app.

• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

Starz is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Starz will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Starz will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

Seniority level
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Mid‑Senior level

Employment type
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Full‑time

Job function
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Engineering and Information Technology

Industries
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Entertainment Providers