Summary: The role of Android Developer focuses on implementing and optimizing server-side ad insertion workflows using ExoPlayer and AWS MediaTailor for a major streaming client. The position requires collaboration with various teams to ensure a seamless user experience during ad breaks in both live and on-demand content. The contract is for a duration of 6 months or more and is remote, targeting candidates in the UK and EU. Strong experience in Android development and ad insertion technologies is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and optimize ad insertion workflows using ExoPlayer and AWS MediaTailor.
• Collaborate with backend, ad tech, and video delivery teams.
• Debug playback and ad stitching issues across Android devices.
• Ensure a smooth user experience during ad breaks in live and on-demand content.

Key Skills:

• Strong Android development skills in Kotlin/Java.
• Hands-on experience with ExoPlayer in production.
• Solid knowledge of SSAI, HLS, and SCTE-35 ad markers.
• Experience integrating with AWS MediaTailor or similar technologies.
• Streaming industry experience (OTT / AVOD / FAST).

Salary (Rate): 500

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT