Livestage

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The Pitch: Exciting music industry startup based in Los Angeles with a focus on streaming interactive live concerts. We are preparing to build the production version of our app. Collaborating with other developers and designers, this is a unique opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the overall application architecture and design. Job Summary: We are looking for a Senior Architect / Developer to develop and implement a roadmap towards a scalable implementation of an interactive multiple vantage point video streaming workflow, across several platforms. The position requires extensive knowledge of streaming systems such as DASH and/or HLS in order to present the user with multiple vantage points in the player cut together on the server side. Responsibilities: • Provide a technical roadmap for and architect a live streaming solution with user interaction for switching vantage points/cameras seamlessly. • Work with the business and product managers to develop features required by the customers. • Provide input on improving the player experience as it pertains to the multiple vantage point features. • Effectively architect and build an encoding and streaming farm with adequate capacity and efficiency for the audience base. • Evaluate and select appropriate video and streaming technologies, such as codecs, platforms, etc. • Determine best long-term solution towards scalable implementation of an HLS or MPEG-DASH based synchronized multiple vantage point streaming system • Integrate CDN video streaming services for distribution. • Build and create a recording system for hundreds of simultaneously live feeds for immediate replay by a user. Qualifications: • You are a guru of large, high-capacity video streaming solutions and have the vision to implement a robust video streaming workflow focused on allowing the user to choose between synchronized video streams. • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or related area, or equivalent experience • 5+ years industry experience working as a developer working with high-volume Internet sites, preferably video sites • Strong background in video streaming engineering • Experience with synchronized video streaming a MAJOR bonus • Ability to work independently and research answers • Love of live music ONLY CANDIDATES WITH DIRECT HLS/MPEG-DASH EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY WITHOUT THIS EXPERIENCE.