Verkada is looking to solve the problem of delivering high-quality, low-latency video streaming experiences on Android devices for its physical security platform, which is used by over 33,500 organizations worldwide.
Requirements
- Deep understanding of ExoPlayer, MediaCodec and Android Media APIs.
- Familiarity with video streaming protocols (HLS, DASH, RTSP, WebRTC) and audio, video and image codecs like H.264, HEVC, HEIF and AAC.
- Strong grasp of performance optimization on mobile devices (memory, CPU, GPU, battery) and networking protocols like TCP, UDP and QUIC.
- BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field.
- 4+ years of professional experience in Android development (Kotlin/Java).
- Bonus: hands-on experience with optimizing latency, startup time (TTFF) and video quality
Responsibilities
- Enhance the streaming experience on our Android app by delivering low-latency live video and ultra-fast load times.
- 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, etc.) for low-latency, high-quality playback using adaptive bitrate streaming algorithms.
- Work with hardware-accelerated decoders (MediaCodec, ExoPlayer) to deliver smooth and efficient performance across various media formats (images, audio and video).
- Stay current with the latest in Android media APIs, streaming protocols, and device capabilities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product and design to ensure a playback experience that’s consistent with other platforms and other video applications.
- Optimize streaming experience on the Android app for a wide range of devices and network conditions.
Other
- BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field.
- Must be willing and able to work onsite five days per week
- We do sponsor and take over sponsorship of employment visas for this role.
- Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
- Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
