Architect

Senior Architect / DeveloperExciting music industry startup based in Los Angeles with a focus on streaming interactive live concerts. We are preparing to build the production version of our app. Collaborating with other developers and designers, this is a unique opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the overall application architecture and design.Job Summary: We are looking for a Senior Architect / Developer to develop and implement a roadmap towards a scalable implementation of an interactive multiple vantage point video streaming workflow, across several platforms. The position requires extensive knowledge of streaming systems such as DASH and/or HLS in order to present the user with multiple vantage points in the player cut together on the server side.Responsibilities:Provide a technical roadmap for and architect a live streaming solution with user interaction for switching vantage points/cameras seamlessly.Work with the business and product managers to develop features required by the customers.Provide input on improving the player experience as it pertains to the multiple vantage point features.Effectively architect and build an encoding and streaming farm with adequate capacity and efficiency for the audience base.Evaluate and select appropriate video and streaming technologies, such as codecs, platforms, etc.Determine best long-term solution towards scalable implementation of an HLS or MPEG-DASH based synchronized multiple vantage point streaming systemIntegrate CDN video streaming services for distribution.Build and create a recording system for hundreds of simultaneously live feeds for immediate replay by a user.Qualifications:You are a guru of large, high-capacity video streaming solutions and have the vision to implement a robust video streaming workflow focused on allowing the user to choose between synchronized video streams.Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or related area, or equivalent experience5+ years industry experience working as a developer working with high-volume Internet sites, preferably video sitesStrong background in video streaming engineeringExperience with synchronized video streaming a MAJOR bonusAbility to work independently and research answersLove of live musicONLY CANDIDATES WITH DIRECT HLS/MPEG-DASH EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY WITHOUT THIS EXPERIENCE.