Staff Engineer (HTML5, OTT, Video Playback, Player Engineering)

Responsibilities

• Create and implement web-based solutions to improve network handling, ABR algorithms, and playback resiliency using HTML5 video and Media Source Extensions (MSE).
• Collaborate on experimental improvements to the video player experience across browsers and devices.
• Lead engineering delivery as the primary technical point of contact for new web playback initiatives.
• Improve and steer DAZN’s internal engineering standards and integrations.
• Motivate and sponsor junior engineers to improve processes and software excellence.
• Work horizontally with other Streaming & Broadcasting teams to collaborate on cross-domain projects.
• Triage and debug production issues across browsers, devices, and complex web architectures.

Preferred

• Experience in designing and evolving SDK, API or platform components used across multiple teams or products.

Role Summary

An engineering expert in the Player Engineering team specialising in HTML5-based video playback prototyping across web platforms. You will work with subject matter experts and video specialists to design and evaluate browser-native playback solutions, leveraging modern web APIs and standards to address complex streaming challenges.

The Role & Key Responsibilities

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Required Qualifications

• Professional software engineering experience with a strong delivery track record and/or research background.
• Deep expertise in HTML5 video playback, including MSE, EME (DRM), and browser media pipelines.
• Proven ability to self-organise personal time investment across multiple initiatives.
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web technologies, with strong knowledge of performance optimisation and cross-browser compatibility.