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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Over-the-Top (OTT) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our dynamic team. In this role, the OTT SME will provide strategic and technical leadership across all facets of our OTT video platform, ensuring the reliable and high-quality delivery of content to our audience.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in OTT technologies, a strong grasp of industry trends, and a proven ability to apply best practices to drive platform performance and innovation.
Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
7+ years of hands-on experience in OTT video streaming, with in-depth knowledge of OTT technologies, platforms, and workflows.
Proven experience across both frontend and backend OTT ecosystems.
Strong understanding of video encoding, transcoding, packaging, and delivery formats (e.g., HLS, DASH, CMAF).
Proficiency with OTT video players and SDKs (e.g., JW Player, THEOplayer, ExoPlayer).
Experience with cloud-based video streaming services (e.g., AWS Media Services, Azure Media Services, Google Cloud Media CDN).
Solid understanding of content delivery networks (CDNs) and streaming protocols.
Experience with digital rights management (DRM) technologies such as Widevine, PlayReady, and FairPlay.
Knowledge of video advertising integration, tracking, and monitoring.
Hands-on experience developing video applications for mobile platforms, browsers, set-top boxes (STBs), and Smart TVs.
Strong knowledge of OTT backend systems, including CMS, CDN, billing, ingestion, personalization, and user management.
Familiarity with digital content rights, licensing, and restrictions management.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex streaming and platform issues.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects independently.
Job Responsibilities:Act as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) or Architect for OTT technologies, platforms, and industry trends.
Provide expert technical guidance and support to cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and operations.
Design, implement, and optimize end-to-end OTT video workflows, encompassing encoding, transcoding, packaging, and content delivery.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to OTT video streaming and platform performance.
Evaluate emerging OTT technologies and make strategic recommendations to enhance platform scalability, reliability, and user experience.
Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, specifications, and standard operating procedures.
Monitor OTT platform performance, identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Stay current with evolving industry standards, protocols (e.g., HLS, DASH), and best practices in OTT streaming.
Collaborate with third-party vendors and technology partners to integrate new services and innovations into the platform.
Contribute to the development of product roadmaps and long-term strategic planning for OTT initiatives.
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