Senior Android Engineer (Video Streaming)

TL;DR

Senior Android Engineer (Video Streaming): Building and optimizing high-quality video playback experiences on Android devices with an accent on low-latency live video and ultra-fast load times. Focus on implementing and optimizing video streaming protocols and working with hardware-accelerated decoders for smooth and efficient performance across various media formats.

Location: Onsite in San Mateo, CA, United States

Salary: $160,000 - $260,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform for cloud physical security.

What you will do

• Enhance the streaming experience on the Android app, delivering low-latency live video and ultra-fast load times across various devices and network conditions.
• Collaborate with backend and streaming infrastructure teams to integrate APIs and deliver end-to-end video solutions.
• Implement and optimize video streaming protocols (HLS, DASH, RTSP, WebRTC) for low-latency, high-quality playback.
• Work with hardware-accelerated decoders (MediaCodec, ExoPlayer) to deliver smooth and efficient performance across various media formats.
• Stay current with the latest in Android media APIs, streaming protocols, and device capabilities.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field.
• 4+ years of professional experience in Android development (Kotlin/Java).
• Deep understanding of ExoPlayer, MediaCodec, and Android Media APIs.
• Familiarity with video streaming protocols (HLS, DASH, RTSP, WebRTC) and audio/video codecs (H.264, HEVC, HEIF, AAC).
• Strong grasp of performance optimization on mobile devices (memory, CPU, GPU, battery) and networking protocols (TCP, UDP, QUIC).
• Must be willing and able to work onsite five days per week in San Mateo, CA.
• English: B2 required.
• Visa sponsorship available.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with optimizing latency, startup time (TTFF), and video quality.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to own end-to-end Android video streaming experiences and tackle cutting-edge problems.
• Collaborate with top-tier engineers and make an immediate impact on products.
• Enjoy the speed, ownership, and impact of a startup, with the stability of a healthy, scaling business.
• Comprehensive healthcare programs, with premiums 100% covered for employees and 80% for families.
• Paid parental leave policy, fertility benefits, flexible PTO, and paid holidays.
• Professional development stipend, wellness/fitness benefits, and healthy lunches provided daily.