Software Engineer III - Video Workflow Automation - Aerospace & Defense
Huntsville, AL (on-site at MSFC) $85,000-$120,000/year Full-time Start: ASAP Public Trust Clearance
Are you a seasoned software engineer with a passion for video technologies and automation? Join a mission-driven engineering team supporting enterprise-level video services at a major government facility. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead the design and implementation of scalable video workflow automation systems in a collaborative and innovative environment.
What You'll Do:
- Design and maintain automated workflows for video encoding, transcoding, packaging, and delivery
- Implement background processing and error-handling to reduce manual intervention
- Optimize video delivery performance for efficiency and speed
- Integrate with content management systems, delivery networks, and analytics platforms
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure seamless video operations
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, QA engineers, and designers
What We're Looking For:
- Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or C
- Experience with video encoding/transcoding tools (e.g., FFmpeg, x264, H.265)
- Knowledge of video streaming protocols (HLS, DASH)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- 3+ years' experience in video workflow automation and software development
Bonus Points For:
- Experience with CDNs and their APIs
- Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Scripting (Bash, PowerShell)
- Video analytics and performance metrics
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required.