Senior C++ Software Development Engineer - Remote

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior C++ Software Development Engineer to join our dynamic team at Network Optix. This is a unique opportunity to work remotely while contributing to the development of cutting-edge video processing technologies. As a Senior C++ Software Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our video processing and streaming capabilities, ensuring high performance and low latency across diverse hardware and operating systems.

What You'll Do

• Develop and enhance video processing and streaming components of the Nx Media Server.
• Work with various video formats, codecs, and container formats such as H.264, H.265, MP4, and MKV.
• Implement and improve real-time video transport protocols including RTSP, RTP, and WebRTC.
• Optimize low-latency video pipelines and media streaming performance.
• Integrate and extend FFmpeg-based media processing pipelines.
• Refactor existing code and increase test coverage through unit and functional tests.
• Review code contributions from other team members to ensure quality and performance standards.

Requirements

• Strong background in C++11 (or newer) in a multi-threaded environment.
• Experience working with video processing pipelines or media frameworks.
• Understanding of video codecs, container formats, and media streaming concepts.
• Experience with real-time streaming protocols such as RTP, RTSP, or WebRTC.
• Proven track record in implementing high-performance or low-latency systems.
• Experience in implementing unit and functional tests.
• Familiarity with AI development tools (e.g., Claude/Gemini) is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with FFmpeg.
• Understanding of media transport protocols and NAT traversal (STUN/TURN/ICE).
• Cross-platform development experience with Windows and Linux, including embedded devices.
• Experience with WebRTC media pipelines.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Hybrid work environment in our modern offices located in Burbank, Walnut Creek, and Portland.
• Employer-sponsored health coverage.
• Opportunity to work with top industry experts in an international team.

Join us at Network Optix as a Senior C++ Software Development Engineer and be part of a team that is revolutionizing the video technology landscape. This role offers you the chance to work remotely while contributing to innovative video solutions that empower organizations worldwide.