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We are a prominent iGaming development company with a strong presence in the Asia market, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge products and immersive gaming experiences worldwide.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Video Architect to lead the design and development of advanced live streaming solutions for us. As a Video Architect, you will be responsible for creating scalable, high-performance video & audio platforms and ensuring seamless integration with various business systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and client stakeholders, to deliver end-to-end video solutions that meet customer requirements and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architecting Video Solutions: Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure video delivery systems, including live streaming, video-on-demand (VoD), content delivery networks (CDN), and encoding/decoding pipelines.
• Technology Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance on best practices for video technology, including video compression standards, codecs, protocols (HLS, DASH), and emerging trends such as Ultra HD and VR/AR video.
• System Integration: Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate video solutions with existing systems, platforms, and third-party APIs, ensuring a smooth user experience and high-quality video delivery.
• Project Management: Lead the technical architecture of video projects from conception to deployment, ensuring deadlines are met, and systems are built with scalability, reliability, and security in mind.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with product managers, sales, and customers to understand business requirements and translate them into innovative video solutions that meet market needs.
• Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize video delivery systems for performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, implementing solutions for scaling video platforms.
• Technical Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, system diagrams, and architecture blueprints to guide development teams and ensure clarity for stakeholders.
• Innovation and Research: Stay ahead of industry trends in video technology, explore new tools and solutions, and recommend innovative approaches to improve existing platforms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Solution Architect, Technical Lead, or similar role, with a focus on video technologies and platforms.
• Strong knowledge of video codecs (H.264, HEVC), streaming protocols (HLS, MPEG-DASH), DRM solutions, and CDN technologies.
• Experience with video processing tools, cloud-based video platforms (AWS Elemental, Azure Media Services), and content management systems (CMS).
• Hands-on experience with video compression, encoding, and transcoding techniques.
• Proficiency in software development languages such as Python, Java, or C++ is a plus.
• Familiarity with containerisation and microservices architecture (Docker, Kubernetes) is a bonus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in OTT (Over-the-Top) video services, webRTC applications.
• Familiarity with AI/ML techniques in video processing, including real-time analytics, metadata extraction, and automated video enhancement.
• Knowledge of VR/AR video technologies and interactive media experiences.
• Understanding of video security protocols, watermarking, and anti-piracy technologies.