At Qencode, we are proud to be at the cutting edge of video technology. As a U.S.-based company and a trusted technology partner to some of the world’s leading organizations, including Fortune 500 companies like NVIDIA, AWS, Google, and DigitalOcean. In 2019, we release our Per-Title Encoding model as a solution for users to maximize video compression for video files. We have continued to expand our offering to democratize video APIs for developers around the world, and have recently released our latest Speech-to-Text offering for automatic subtitles and transcripts.
As we expand our initiatives for 2025, we are looking for an Python Engineer to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on solving complex problems and has a deep interest in developing, optimizing, and automating all aspects of our platform.
In this dynamic role, you’ll work directly with our CTO to architect solutions that boost video encoding efficiency, platform performance, and optimize systems to ensure seamless, reliable, and scalable experiences for users worldwide. Responsibilities * Automate critical processes and develop Python-based applications for a wide range of cloud based workflows (like video encoding and live streaming). * Conduct research, proofs of concept, and experiments with emerging technologies and frameworks to enhance platform capabilities. * Develop internal libraries and contribute to open-source projects that align with our platform’s objectives. * Lead architectural discussions and help shape the technology roadmap, making critical decisions about system structure, frameworks, and integrations. * Shape and scale our streaming architecture as we expand into new markets and use cases, ensuring the platform adapts to increased demand.
Qualifications * Strong experience with Python development, especially in backend services. * Proficient in automating tasks and optimizing system processes. * Experience with message brokers, particularly RabbitMQ. * Experience with video processing tools like ffmpeg. * Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, and Azure) and familiarity with media storage and CDN solutions.
Bonus * Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). * Experience in streaming protocols (RTMP, HLS, DASH).
Benefits * An opportunity to work on the latest video technology in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. * Work directly with the founding team. * Innovation where new ideas are encouraged and rewarded. * Exposure to a wide range of work experience. * Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options. * Professional development and career growth opportunities.
About Us Providing value, innovation and excellence are at the heart of everything we do at Qencode. We’re committed to pushing the boundaries of video technology in our rapidly evolving world and we would love for you to join us on this journey. Please apply so we can schedule an interview.
