Senior Android Video Player Engineer

About the Role

Kake is a global remote-first organization uniting senior engineers behind some of the world's most cutting-edge products. With a diverse and growing community spanning over 45,000 engineers in 55+ countries, Kake emphasizes talent and contribution over physical location. The company culture fosters growth and longevity among its members, who actively shape advanced technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and fine-tune Android video player frameworks and SDKs designed for live streaming scenarios.
• Customize ExoPlayer modules including adaptive bitrate (ABR) logic and player builders to elevate playback performance.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving buffering, latency, and rebuffering in live streaming environments.
• Manage playback for dynamic streaming manifests such as MPD and M3U8, ensuring seamless adaptive bitrate functionality across diverse network conditions.
• Integrate and upkeep advertising technologies like IMA, DAI, and SSAI in the player framework.
• Leverage Quality of Experience (QoE) analytics tools to identify problems and enhance real-world playback stability.
• Engage with cross-functional teams to maintain superior playback reliability across various devices.
• Contribute to establishing best practices and continuous improvement in streaming projects.

Prerequisites

• Over 7 years of Android development experience with strong proficiency in Kotlin and Java programming languages.
• Proven track record in creating and sustaining video players and live playback modules compatible with Android and Android TV platforms.
• Hands-on expertise with ExoPlayer customization and performance optimization specifically tailored for live streaming.
• Strong debugging skills focused on rebuffering, latency, and playback robustness.
• Deep understanding of streaming protocols such as DASH and HLS, adaptive bitrate methodologies, and ad integration technologies like IMA, SSAI, and DAI.
• Experience utilizing video analytics platforms or QoE measurements such as Conviva, Mux, or Hydrolix to improve playback quality.
• Familiarity with Jetpack Compose, Kotlin Coroutines, and Kotlin Flows.
• Excellent English communication capabilities, both verbal and written.
• Ability to operate efficiently and independently within a remote and fast-moving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in broadcast or OTT streaming sectors.
• Background in high-scale sports live streaming projects.
• Willingness to work flexible hours that overlap by 5 to 6 hours with US Pacific Time Zone teams.

Additional Details

A daily availability overlap with US Pacific Time Zone (PST) of 5 to 6 hours is expected.

Why Work With Kake?

• Attractive remuneration paid in USD supporting global work arrangements.
• 100% remote working environment fostering trust and flexibility.
• Access to the "Better Me Fund" supporting your personal and professional growth.
• Part of a community that actively invests in social good and compassion.

Note

Due to the volume of applications, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.