Lead Software Engineer

Paramount

. Build, test, and release live streaming video platforms .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $124,000 - $186,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining automated QA systems for live streaming video platforms, with a strong focus on automation testing, troubleshooting, and collaboration across technical teams. Proficient in implementing metrics and alerts to ensure platform reliability and scalability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Automated Testing Framework DevelopmentLive Streaming Video QADistributed Systems QA StrategiesAWS Media Services ExperienceStrong Troubleshooting Skills

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Hard Skills

PytestHLSDASHCMAFSRTZixiRTPRTMPH264HEVC

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationInterpersonal Communication

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesAWSGCPOCITerraformREST APIsJSONXMLCelery

Certifications & Qualifications

BS Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Live Streaming OperationsDigital Rights ManagementClosed CaptioningDigital Ad InsertionSCTE-104SCTE-35Fault-Tolerant ArchitecturesVideo Infrastructure QARegression PracticesAutomation QA Coverage

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSDistributed SystemsDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesPythonRustTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, test, and release live streaming video platforms
Perform automation testing across the end-to-end video lifecycle, including acquisition, processing, delivery, and playback
Develop and maintain internal automated QA systems integrated with continuous integration and deployment strategies
Define and develop metrics and alerts for monitoring live streaming events and identifying reliability risks
Mentor and guide engineers while fostering collaboration and technical excellence
Work with internal services to increase QA workflow automation
Review test plans across different points in the video pipeline
Analyze test reports and document bugs
Create and maintain detailed test plans and test cases
Monitor and track defect resolution with developers
Provide QA support before and after deployment, including occasional evenings and weekends
Investigate and resolve live streaming workflow issues using logs and metrics
Ensure platform reliability, scalability, and availability between developers and internal customer teams
Test new product features and provide feedback to product development
Interface with platform teams to build and test end-to-end video streaming workflows
Align test plans for live end-to-end video lifecycle testing
Support video infrastructure QA and monitoring for major league launches such as UFC and NFL
Standardize regression practices and improve automation QA coverage

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience developing pytest automated test framework or similar, with familiarity with automated test strategies
Experience working with distributed systems and creating QA strategies for fault-tolerant architectures
7+ years of experience with live streaming video or distributed software QA
Strong troubleshooting skills
Ability to drive issues to resolution and provide root cause analysis
Experience with HLS, DASH, CMAF, SRT, Zixi, RTP, and RTMP
Experience with H264, HEVC, VP9, AV1, and AAC codecs
Knowledge of DRM, SCTE-104/35, Closed Captioning, and Digital Ad Insertion
Experience with AWS Media Services or competing vendors
Experience with REST APIs, JSON, and XML
Ability to work with internal business units and teams with varying technical backgrounds
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience with Docker and preferably Kubernetes
Familiarity with AWS, GCP, or OCI and Terraform
Exposure to Python REST APIs, FastAPI, and Celery
BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Familiarity with Rust is an additional qualification
Live streaming operations experience is an additional qualification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plan
Life insurance coverage
Disability benefits
Tuition assistance program
PTO / generous paid time off
Bonus eligibility
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages
Opportunities for on-site and virtual engagement events
Opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans