Senior Software Engineer, Media

LiveKit is at the forefront of building open-source APIs that are shaping the future of computing. As a Senior Software Engineer in the Media team, you'll be working on groundbreaking innovations in Agentic computing and contributing to the development of critical software infrastructure. The role involves architecting and building services that bridge LiveKit's core infrastructure with broader media and telecommunications ecosystems.

You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies including Golang, psrpc, GStreamer, RTP, SIP, WHIP, HLS/DASH, and various media codecs. The position requires deep expertise in media processing, video encoding technologies, and distributed systems. You'll be responsible for creating resilient systems, optimizing performance, and maintaining critical infrastructure.

This is a remote position offering competitive compensation ($120K-$250K) with equity, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world. You'll join a team of world-class engineers, contributing to open-source projects that have real-world impact. The ideal candidate should be passionate about technology, capable of handling complex systems, and have a strong understanding of distributed computing principles.

If you're someone who obsesses over crafting fast, reliable code, can tackle tough technical problems, and can clearly explain complex concepts, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact in the field of media technology and AI.