Samsung Developer (CTV Web Developer)

Knoxville, TN | Samsung / CTV Web Developer | Full-time
We are actively recruiting a Samsung / CTV Web Developer for our client in Knoxville, TN . This is a hybrid opportunity that will require regular onsite collaboration in Knoxville several days per week . This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about building high-performance video applications across Smart TV platforms . Must have strong JavaScript/HTML5 skills and experience developing for Smart TV ecosystems such as Tizen, webOS, or similar .
Due to client request, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Smart TV applications across platforms including Samsung (Tizen), LG (webOS), and Vizio (SmartCast)
• Build applications using JavaScript, HTML5, and platform-specific SDKs
• Design and optimize intuitive lean-back UI/UX experiences for remote-based navigation
• Integrate video playback solutions including HLS and MPEG-DASH streaming
• Implement ad tech integrations including SSAI/DAI and analytics tooling
• Handle platform-specific requirements and integrations (e.g., Samsung IAP, Tizen SDK nuances)
• Ensure consistent functionality and user experience across multiple Smart TV platforms
• Optimize performance for constrained, device-specific environments
• Collaborate with product, design, backend engineering, and QA teams to deliver scalable, high-quality applications
• Debug production issues, implement fixes, and support release and deployment processes

Requirements:

• 3+ years of professional front-end development experience
• 2+ years of experience developing for Smart TV platforms (Tizen, webOS, Vizio SmartCast, or similar)
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and modern web application development (HTML5/CSS)
• Experience with streaming technologies (HLS, MPEG-DASH), DRM, and video delivery systems
• Knowledge of remote-based navigation patterns and UX for TV interfaces
• Experience optimizing applications for performance on low-resource or embedded devices
• Familiarity with platform SDKs, certification, packaging, and deployment processes
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance tuning skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with additional CTV platforms (Roku, tvOS, Android TV, Fire TV)
• Familiarity with version control systems (GitHub preferred)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing for Smart TV applications
• Background in advertising technology, analytics integrations, or media/video platforms

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled