Software Engineer
Actalent
Software Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a Video Streaming Engineer to join our team on an indefinite contract. The successful candidate will support real-time video delivery, likely related to surveillance and security systems. This role involves building, optimizing, and troubleshooting low-latency video streaming pipelines, with a strong focus on real-time protocols, networking, and FFmpeg. Additionally, there is a customer-facing component, as you will support deployments and troubleshoot in real-world environments.
Responsibilities
Build and optimize low-latency video streaming pipelines.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real-time video delivery.
Utilize real-time streaming protocols such as RTP and RTSP.
Hands-on experience with FFmpeg for encoding, decoding, and streaming.
Apply strong networking fundamentals to address latency, jitter, and packet loss.
Understand the impact of network behavior on video quality.
Support live and real-time video systems in low-latency environments.
Debug playback, buffering, and quality issues.
Engage with customers to support deployments and troubleshoot on-site as needed.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in real-time streaming protocols like RTP and RTSP.
Hands-on experience with FFmpeg.
Strong networking fundamentals including TCP and UDP.
Experience with encoding, decoding, and streaming processes.
Understanding of latency, jitter, and packet loss in networking.
Ability to debug video playback, buffering, and quality issues.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Familiarity with additional protocols such as WebRTC, RTMP, and SRT.
Experience with tools and frameworks like GStreamer.
Knowledge of media servers and custom streaming tools.
Codec knowledge including H.264, H.265, and AV1.
Programming skills in C, C++, or Python.
Background in surveillance or security systems and camera or IoT video.
Work Environment
The work environment involves supporting real-time video streaming systems, likely within surveillance and security contexts. It may require on-site troubleshooting and customer interaction, emphasizing a customer-facing mindset.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Burr Ridge, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $200.00 - $200.00/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 Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
- ...Platform Software Engineer We are looking for a skilled Platform Software Engineer to design and build the shared components, integration frameworks, and tooling that empower engineering teams across the organization. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with...SuggestedFor contractors
$86.63k - $132.83k
...Software Engineer II Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products...SuggestedWork experience placementFlexible hours- ...Position Summary: We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our growing team. This role is responsible for the full software development life cycle, from conception to deployment. As a member of the engineering team, you will have relevant experience...Suggested
- ...Software Engineer II FEV North America, Inc. is seeking a software engineer II. You will be responsible to design, develop, and evaluate software from concept through production stage, and make modifications as needed, to meet customer needs and fit within the capabilities...Suggested
- ...Overview The Software Engineer should be experienced in leading software projects and will be responsible for coordination of all activities of the software development team. Interested candidates should be proficient in working on all phases of the project including detailed...SuggestedWork experience placement
$120k - $145k
Crash Champions is seeking a Full Stack Software Developer in Westmont, Illinois. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable, user-focused web applications. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience with Microsoft ....- ...Software Engineer Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard? We have multiple openings for Software Engineers to work on site at our client in the Chicago suburbs. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation...Temporary work
- ...Short Term Disability insurance Life insurance $25,000 Paid by employer PTO 2 weeks 10 and half Holidays Job Title: Software Engineer Job Overview: We are seeking a Python Senior Software Engineers to build and maintain intelligent automation solutions...Temporary workFor contractorsWork at officeRemote workVisa sponsorshipFlexible hours
- ...Position: Software Engineer Location: Oakbrook, IL (Hybrid) ⏳ Duration: 2+ years Client : CNH Must have skills: C/C++ QT QML Job Description We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our team responsible for developing electronic...Casual workLocal area
- ...Job Description We are seeking a talented Software Engineer II to join our engineering team and help design, build, and support modern, scalable software solutions. This role is ideal for a hands-on full-stack engineer with experience building microservices ,...
- ...Job Type Contract Description FEV North America, Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer is responsible for leading software development projects, designing and implementing solutions, and ensuring code quality. Contribute to technical strategy and collaborate...Contract work
- This role is responsible for the full software development life cycle, from conception to deployment. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will have relevant experience with both front-end and back-end coding languages, software development architecture and design patterns...
- ...SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard? We have multiple needs for Senior Software Engineer - Backend APIs and Services to join our software engineering team as a full-time...Full timeContract workTemporary work
$106.73k - $163.65k
...Senior Software Engineer Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our...Seasonal workWorldwideFlexible hours$110k - $130k
...Senior Software Engineer As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be involved in all aspects of the design, architecture, engineering, modernization, and maintenance of Roadrunner's proprietary systems. Your focus will be on building scalable, secure, cloud-ready software...- ...challenging careers with a proven industry leader. Are You Ready to Grow With Us? Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Software Design Engineer II to join our Vehicle Solutions team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of...Permanent employmentRemote work
- ...CVS Pharmacy Inc., a CVS Health company, is hiring for the following role in Downers Grove, IL: Sr. Software Development Engineer to design and develop software applications and platforms to support digital strategies and solutions. Duties include: analyze user needs and...
$153.32k - $203.94k
...Position Summary: CVS Pharmacy Inc., a CVS Health company, is hiring for the following role in Downers Grove, IL: Sr. Software Development Engineer to design and develop software applications and platforms to support digital strategies and solutions. Duties include: analyze...Hourly payFull timeTemporary workLocal area$85.5k - $162.98k
Chamberlain Group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, .NET based in Oak Brook, IL. The role involves developing and maintaining middleware for the myQ program, working collaboratively with different teams to meet product requirements. Candidates should have at least...$76.6k - $144.7k
Chamberlain Group is seeking a Software Engineer 3, specialized in Front End development for Android and iOS. This hybrid role based in Oak Brook, IL, involves developing applications using Agile methodologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior...- ...Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Time Off: 2 weeks PTO and 10.5 paid holidays. Job Overview We are seeking talented Software Engineers to join our Special Projects Team. In this role, you will contribute to high-impact R&D projects focused on RPA, AI, and...Remote workVisa sponsorshipMonday to FridayFlexible hours
- ...3 - 5 years Full-stack development with relevant Node.JS, VueJS or Angular or React JS experience. Experience in developing software using agile methodologies. Solid experience in emerging and traditional technologies such as : NodeJS , AngularJS/ReactJS/VueJS...Flexible hours
- ...careers with a proven industry leader. Are You Ready to Grow With Us? Summary: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Embedded Software Design Engineer II to join our Healthcare Solutions team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of...Permanent employment
$108.08k - $203.94k
...Position Summary CVS Pharmacy, Inc., a CVS Health company, is hiring for the following role in Downers Grove, IL: Senior Software Development Engineer to design and develop software applications and platforms to support digital strategies and solutions. Duties Analyze...Hourly payFull timeTemporary workLocal areaRemote work$153.32k
...community at a time. Position Summary CVS Pharmacy Inc., a CVS Health company, is hiring in Downers Grove, IL for a Sr. Software Development Engineer to design and develop software applications and platforms to support digital strategies and solutions. Responsibilities...Full timeTemporary workLocal area$85.5k - $162.98k
...Software Engineer, .NET page is loaded## Senior Software Engineer, .NETlocations: Oak Brook, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR30628Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Powered...Temporary workSecond jobWorldwide$108.08k - $203.94k
CVS Health in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to design and develop software applications. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Computer Science and two years of relevant experience, particularly in CI/CD, Java, and Agile methodologies...Remote job- 9005 CVS Pharmacy, Inc. is hiring a Senior Software Development Engineer in Downers Grove, IL. This role is focused on designing and developing software applications to support digital strategies. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Computer Science and 2 years...Remote job
$76.6k - $144.7k
## Software Engineer 3, Front End (Android or iOS) Hybrid in Oak Brook, ILApplylocations: Oak Brook, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR30653Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company...Temporary workWorldwide$153.32k - $203.94k
CVS Pharmacy Inc. is hiring a Sr. Software Development Engineer in Downers Grove, IL to design and develop innovative software solutions for healthcare applications. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and significant experience with Java, Python,...
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Software Engineer. Be the first to apply!
- id software Willowbrook, IL
- healthcare software sales Willowbrook, IL
- software implementation project manager Willowbrook, IL
- software Willowbrook, IL
- ultimate software Willowbrook, IL
- remote software sales Willowbrook, IL
- costco software developer
- software engineer 150k
- software engineer amazon
- experienced software developer

