Video Software Engineer (Mid - Staff Level)

Mux, a developer-focused video platform, is seeking a Video Software Engineer to join their engineering team. The role involves building and scaling API-based functionalities for Mux Video, their core product. The position offers an opportunity to work on challenging problems like just-in-time transcoding and per-title encoding at scale, processing millions of videos monthly.

The ideal candidate will join a distinguished team with experience from companies like Google, YouTube, Twitch, and Reddit. Mux's founders have a strong background in video technology, having previously founded Zencoder and created Video.js. The company is well-funded by top investors including Coatue, Accel, and Andreessen Horowitz.

The role requires strong engineering fundamentals and experience with technologies like Go, C++, and video streaming protocols. You'll be responsible for developing the transcoding platform, building new features, and ensuring system reliability at scale. The position offers competitive compensation ($188K-$240K) and comprehensive benefits.

Working at Mux means joining a remote-equal culture with offices in San Francisco and London. The company emphasizes work-life balance with flexible PTO, no-meeting days, and focus weeks. They offer extensive benefits including full health coverage, fertility benefits, professional development opportunities, and various reimbursement programs.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about video technology to make a significant impact in democratizing video development while working with cutting-edge technology and a supportive team.