Solutions Engineer - Video Streaming (gn)

As a Solutions Engineer - Video Streaming at castLabs, your responsibilities include developing and optimizing secure solutions for content playback, maintaining JavaScript client libraries, and providing hands-on development for proof-of-concept solutions. You will also guide customers on integrating our PrestoPlay Player SDKs and collaborate with various teams to ensure seamless implementations.

To apply for the Solutions Engineer - Video Streaming position at castLabs, you should have strong programming skills in JavaScript, a solid understanding of video streaming protocols, and hands-on experience with video players. Familiarity with developing Android or iOS applications is a plus, along with problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.

A Solutions Engineer - Video Streaming at castLabs should be familiar with video streaming protocols like MPEG-DASH and HLS, content protection solutions like DRM, and JavaScript-based technologies. Experience with libraries such as Shaka, Dash.js, and mobile app development using Kotlin, Java, Swift, or Objective-C is beneficial.

While not required, familiarity with AWS cloud services and scalable architecture design is considered a strong plus for a Solutions Engineer - Video Streaming at castLabs. These skills can enhance your ability to design efficient solutions that leverage cloud capabilities.

At castLabs, you can expect a nurturing and dynamic company culture that empowers employees. With a structure inspired by Holacracy, you'll have the freedom to define your own path while contributing to a vibrant, international team focused on innovation in video streaming technology.

In interviews, it's best to describe your structured approach to problem-solving in video streaming. Discuss specific examples where you've used critical thinking and technical knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve challenges. Emphasize your collaborative efforts with team members, showcasing your ability to leverage cross-functional insights.

When discussing your experience with JavaScript-based libraries, detail the specific libraries you've used, such as React.js or others relevant to video streaming. Share examples of projects where you implemented these libraries, detailing the outcomes and how they enhanced functionality and user experience.

In response, outline the video streaming protocols you’re familiar with, such as HLS and MPEG-DASH. Discuss the pros and cons of each and provide examples of how you've implemented them in previous projects, showcasing your understanding of content delivery and user experience.

Share your strategies for staying updated on the latest trends in video streaming, such as following industry publications, attending webinars, and joining relevant communities. Provide examples of what you've learned from these sources and how you implemented new ideas in your work.

Provide an example of a multi-platform development project where you had to balance different requirements. Highlight the tools you used, collaborative efforts with other teams, and how you ensured a consistent user experience across both web and mobile applications.

Discuss your experience with video player frameworks like Shaka or ExoPlayer. Detail how you utilized them in projects, your role in customization or integration, and any challenges you faced—and how you resolved them—to demonstrate your hands-on knowledge.

To answer this, share techniques for optimizing video playback performance, such as reducing latency and leveraging adaptive streaming. Discuss specific examples where you've applied these techniques successfully and the measurable impacts on user experience.

Highlight your experience with content protection technologies, specifically DRM solutions. Describe how you’ve implemented these solutions, the context of the projects, and the challenges faced, showcasing your ability to secure streaming content effectively.

Provide an example of a situation where you served as a technical advisor. Focus on how you assessed the client's needs, designed a solution, and ensured they understood the integration process, leading to a positive outcome.

When answering this question, illustrate your organizational skills and time management strategies. Share tools and methodologies you use, such as Agile or prioritization techniques, and provide examples of how you've successfully managed workloads in previous roles.