Principal Video Engineer - Design Experience (Video Technology)

TL;DR

Principal Video Engineer (Video Technology): Architecting and leading the technical direction for Canva's video technology stack with an accent on performance, scalability, and user experience. Focus on designing high-performance rendering systems and optimizing video composition pipelines for millions of users.

Location: Must be based in the Bay Area (San Francisco)

Salary: $258,000 – $393,000

Company

Global creative platform democratizing design and visual storytelling for millions of creators worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead the technical direction and architectural vision for Canva's entire video technology stack.
• Design and implement high-performance rendering systems using modern graphics technologies.
• Optimize video composition pipelines to ensure sub-second responsiveness for complex designs.
• Solve complex technical challenges related to video export costs, performance, and system reliability.
• Establish a technical roadmap for innovative features, including AI-powered effects and next-generation editing.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams on video systems architecture and execution of technical initiatives.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in video technology and digital content creation tooling.
• Proven experience in system architecture and designing scalable systems serving millions of users.
• Experience with cross-platform development and engine consolidation across multiple codebases.
• Must be based in the Bay Area.

Culture & Benefits

• Equity packages to share in the company's success.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
• Comprehensive health benefits plans.
• Annual Vibe & Thrive allowance for wellbeing, social connection, and office setup.
• Inclusive parental leave and flexible leave options for personal recharge.