Project specification
Period 20.10.2025 - 04.02.2026
Location Villach, Austria
Capacity 100%
Daily rate 704 - 848€
Remote from 95%
Languages
English (Advanced)
Project expertise
Industries
Media and Entertainment
Areas
Information Technology Product Development
Description
A publicly traded media company is looking for an experienced Smart TV Application Developer to develop and deliver innovative smart TV applications. The project goal is to create and optimize apps for various smart TV operating systems that provide seamless video streaming experiences.
The role includes developing applications focused on web-based platforms, video streaming technologies, and integrating video players. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of cross-platform delivery, DASH/HLS protocols, TV-specific UI/UX patterns, and DRM technologies.
- Develop smart TV applications with a focus on web-based platforms and video streaming technologies
- Create and deploy applications for multiple smart TV operating systems (Tizen, Vidaa, webOS)
- Integrate video players (Shaka Player, AVPlay)
- Cross-platform delivery and optimization (DASH/HLS protocols, TV-specific UI/UX patterns, embedded systems)
- Implement DRM technologies (Playready, Widevine)
Requirements
- Expert-level knowledge with many years of professional or project experience in smart TV development and in creating/deploying applications for multiple smart TV operating systems (Tizen, Vidaa, webOS)
- Strong expertise in video player integration (Shaka Player, AVPlay)
- At least 3 years of experience using TypeScript
- At least 3 years of experience creating DASH/HLS protocols
- Knowledge of TV-specific UI/UX patterns and DRM (Playready, Widevine) is a plus and desirable
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Frequently asked questions
The project is based in Villach, Austria.
The project preferably starts in October 2025 and is planned to end in February 2026 (4 months).
The project requires a commitment of 100% capacity (full-time).
The project offers 95 - 100% remote work.
The project offers a daily rate of 704 - 848€ which breaks down to an hourly rate of 88 - 106€/h.
The project requires the following languages: English (Advanced).
The project is related to the following industry: Media and Entertainment.
The project covers the following business areas: Information Technology and Product Development.
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