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Media & Streaming Software Engineer III

TEKsystems
$70.00 - $80.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Washington, Redmond
Jan 08, 2026
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our team with a strong focus on media fullstack and backend development. The ideal candidate will have expertise in PHP, React, and C/C++, which are used for building mediarelated applications and services, as well as a solid understanding of media ingestion, encoding, backend engineering principles, and media stack technologies. In this role, the candidate will work closely with a senior software engineer to design, develop, test, and debug complex software systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance. Job Responsibilities * Debug complex systems, including those related to media ingestion, to identify and resolve issues affecting performance, reliability, and scalability. * Implement best practices for operational excellence, ensuring reliability, scalability, and maintainability. * Develop and implement monitoring and alerting systems to detect issues before they become critical, ensuring prompt resolution and minimizing downtime. * Work closely with crossfunctional teams, communicating technical information effectively to resolve issues and improve processes. * Communicate technical information clearly to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders, ensuring shared understanding of issues and resolutions. * Design and develop media fullstack and backend systems using PHP, React, and C/C++. * Collaborate with media engineers to optimize media ingestion and encoding processes, improving overall system performance and user experience. * Troubleshoot issues and implement system changes as needed, specifically within the media stack. Skills * Strong verbal and written communication skills, problemsolving abilities, customer service orientation, and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. * Basic mentoring skills to provide support and constructive performance feedback. * Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle-from business/systems analysis and requirements gathering to functional specification authoring, development, testing, and delivery. * Strong understanding of media ingestion, encoding, backend engineering principles, and media stack technologies. * Proficiency in PHP, React, and C/C++. * Experience with media fullstack and backend development, including design, implementation, and maintenance of complex software systems. Education / Experience * Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field required. * 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on media fullstack and backend development. * Media stack experience (ingestion and encoding) and familiarity with encoding formats such as AV1 and HEVC are highly desirable. Skills (Keywords) media, full stack, React, C++, PHP, AV1, HEVC, media companies Top Skills Details media, full stack, React, C++, PHP, AV1, HEVC Key Responsibilities * Design and develop media fullstack and backend systems using PHP, React, and C++. * Debug complex systems, including media ingestion workflows, to resolve performance and reliability issues. * Implement best practices for operational excellence, including monitoring and alerting systems. * Collaborate with crossfunctional teams and communicate technical information effectively to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders. * Optimize media ingestion and encoding processes to enhance system performance and user experience. * Troubleshoot and resolve issues within the media stack. Experience Level Intermediate Level We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following: * Medical, dental & vision * 401(k)/Roth * Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) * Short and long-term disability * Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HAS & DCFSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave) Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.