Teamwork makes the stream work.
Roku is changing how the world watches TV
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.
About the Team
At Roku, our Enterprise Engineering Team builds the internal applications and cloud services that power critical business functions — including Finance, People, and Supply Chain. These systems are essential to how our global teams operate, enabling them to move faster, work smarter, and scale efficiently.
About The Role
We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead our UK-based team of talented engineers. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on delivering scalable, reliable, and maintainable enterprise systems while nurturing a high-performing, inclusive team culture.
This role is ideal for someone with extensive experience in backend development and cloud infrastructure, who thrives on solving complex business challenges through technology. You’ll work cross-functionally with stakeholders around the world to build systems that keep Roku running smoothly behind the scenes — and position us for continued growth.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Senior Engineering Manager, you’ll take full ownership of your team’s technical execution, product delivery, and professional development. You’ll guide engineers through complex technical challenges, encourage innovation, and uphold high standards in code quality, scalability, and system performance.
You’ll collaborate closely with global engineering leaders to shape the long-term technical strategy and roadmap. You'll lead your team in building enterprise services that integrate seamlessly into Roku’s broader platform, translating evolving business needs into thoughtful, reliable engineering solutions.
You’ll also drive continuous improvement across tools, processes, and practices — fostering agility and resilience in a rapidly evolving environment. From enhancing development workflows to staying ahead of industry trends, you’ll play a key role in elevating how we build and scale internal systems at Roku.
We're Excited If You Have
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A track record of leading engineering teams to deliver high-quality, enterprise-scale software systems.
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Deep expertise in backend development, distributed systems, and cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP.
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Strong technical judgment and the ability to balance scalability, performance, and long-term maintainability.
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A collaborative and transparent working style, with the ability to partner effectively across engineering, product, and business teams.
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A genuine passion for mentoring others and creating a positive, inclusive team culture.
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A proactive mindset and comfort working through ambiguity to find clear, impactful solutions.
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Benefits
Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.
The Roku Culture
Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.
We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.
To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.
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