Popdog is a technology and services company focused on fixing core problems in the esports and live streaming industry. That means we're building tools meant to power the future of the space, and we're eager to find talented folks (like you!) to join us on this journey.
We've assembled a team of industry leaders, like Loaded, Noscope, and Catalyst Esports, to come together like never before to develop better ways to monetize and stabilize the industries we love. Many of our team were formative to the rise of esports and gaming, and now we're taking all that knowledge and experience to build things that can ensure a future for it.
Popdog is the brainchild of a team that poured decades of blood, sweat, and tears into ensuring video games are a real future for people around the globe. We work with every game publisher you can think of and brands like ADIDAS, Red Bull, HBO. If you want to be part of an imaginative, data-driven, and self-aware team that is going where no one has gone before, we are your future.
About Engineering at Popdog
Popdog engineering is a tight-knit, collaborative team that values clear communication, fast feedback, and high-quality code, among other things. If you want it quiet to get your work done, you've got it. When you need to ask a question, we're there for you. We want teammates who provide solid feedback to their peers, take the time to learn the tools and know the codebase so they're ready to make a quick fix when something breaks, and who look for ways to gather user feedback and data to help inform our product decisions. We’re creating the best possible experience for all gamers, all over the globe.
We value teammates that get excited about solving problems. So highly, in fact, that the ability to solve problems is more desirable to us than education or experience. We’re a diverse international team excited to see your contributions. We're building cool stuff. Get in here.
Responsibilities
Design and architect key components of the company’s proprietary web application systems working directly and closely with product team. Use JavaScript and TypeScript to develop ReactJS-based frontend web application and NodeJS to write features for GraphQL API Gateway. Establish timelines and project goals in close collaboration with direct manager and product team. Implement and maintain key components of the frontend application structure. Ensure compliance with GDPR, CCPA and other compliance programs on client architecture. Develop Apollo GraphQL client integration with web frontend from data flow and network management system, automated schema-based type generations, and local caching patterns. Deploy authentication and authorization systems, handling in-house and third party provider data. Architect client-side authentication and authorization systems utilizing Apollo GraphQL local chase to propagate user data. Research performance and compatibility issues across a diverse and expansive browser landscape. Optimize GraphQL network paths. Develop custom broadcasting solutions, RTMP systems, video media encoding and direct Twitch integrations. Develop GraphQL API Gateway from schema management, resolver updates, RESTDataSource/GraphQLModule management, custom response caching setup with Redis and schema validation failure resolution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field
- 24 months’ prior experience
- Prior experience must be in custom broadcasting solutions, RTMP systems and video media encoding.
Our office is in Santa Monica, CA, and we'd love it if you want to come work with us here. However, we are a remote-first team with engineers in multiple different locations and time zones so we are always open to applications from anyone anywhere in the world.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company paid life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance
- 401k plan with 4% company matching
- Flexible work schedule
- Generous PTO
Popdog, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
