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Software Engineer
2 years ago
About Us
Launched in 2011, Twitch is a global community that comes together each day to create multiplayer entertainment: unique, live, unpredictable experiences created by the interactions of millions. We bring the joy of co-op to everything, from casual gaming to world-class esports to anime marathons, music, and art streams. Twitch also hosts TwitchCon, where we bring everyone together to celebrate, learn, and grow their personal interests and passions. We’re always live at Twitch. Stay up to date on all things Twitch on LinkedIn , Twitter and on our Blog .
About the Role
Twitch is building the future of interactive entertainment. You will build products that help our broadcasters grow their business and succeed at Twitch. The team is hiring to keep up with the demands of our broadcasters, and we're looking for a Software Development Engineer to ensure we ship great products for them.
As a Software Engineer, you will improve the products that our broadcasters use every day. Our job is to make sure that every broadcaster on Twitch has a great experience, from the first-time streamer checking out the platform to the 50k+ viewer streamer making a living on Twitch. You will help build powerful features for Windows and Mac desktop users.
If you are passionate about helping creators on Twitch grow and succeed, this is the place for you!
You Will:
- Work with designers and front-end developers to create a modern API that is easy to use, extendable, and easy to maintain
- Work backwards from the customer needs to create working designs
- Implement features in both the Twitch frontend and backend tech stacks
- Identify and uphold engineering best practices
- Work with team members to ensure deliverables that meet all the design needs
- Adhere and recommend improvements to project coding standards
- Work in a team environment with shared code; disciplined use of source code control and process documentation
You Have:
- Completed a degree in Computer Science, a related Engineering discipline, or have equivalent experience
- Experienced 3+ years of professional software development
- Mastered JavaScript or TypeScript
- Proficiency in the following: Go, Java, C#, Kotlin, C++ or Scala
- A foundation of data structures and algorithms
- An attitude of self improvement
Bonus Points
- Experience working on large-scale websites using React
- Experience working in a service-oriented or microservice architecture using Go
- Experience working with AWS or similar cloud platform services configuring infrastructure with code
- Experience with live streaming tools on Twitch or other platforms
Perks
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
- 401(k), Maternity & Parental Leave
- Flexible PTO
- Commuter Benefits
- Amazon Employee Discount
- Monthly Contribution & Discounts for Wellness Related Activities & Programs (e.g., gym memberships, off-site massages, etc.),
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Served Daily
- Free Snacks & Beverages
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Twitch. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or other legally protected status.
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