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KM M.

Noida, India

$20/hr
4.7
44 jobs

Senior OTT & Smart TV Platform Architect | Roku | Tizen | LG webOS | Apple TV | Android TV | OTT Monetization, Website Ads & AI Solutions 🚀 I Build Scalable OTT & Smart TV Streaming Platforms I help media companies, startups, and enterprises design, develop, and launch high-performance OTT applications across Roku, Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, Vizio, Apple TV, Android TV, and mobile platforms. From architecture planning to store deployment, I deliver production-ready streaming solutions optimized for performance, monetization, and long-term scalability. If you're building a serious OTT product — you're in the right place. 📺 Platform Expertise • Roku Channel Development (BrightScript & SceneGraph) • Samsung Tizen TV Apps • LG webOS TV Apps • Vizio Smart TV Apps • Apple TV (tvOS) • Android TV • iOS & Android Mobile Apps • Web Streaming Platforms & Admin Panels I deeply understand TV remote navigation, focus management, 10-foot UI design, and hardware limitations — which most developers struggle with. 🎬 OTT & Streaming Architecture I specialize in complete OTT workflows: • Live TV & VOD Platforms • HLS & MPEG-DASH Integration • DRM (Widevine) • EPG (Electronic Program Guide) • Multi-profile & Authentication Systems • Dynamic QR Login for TV Apps • Video Player Customization • Performance Optimization for TV Hardware 💰 Monetization & Revenue Systems I implement revenue-focused OTT platforms: Monetization Models • SVOD • TVOD • PVOD • AVOD • In-App Purchases Payment Integration • Roku Pay • Fire TV IAP • Stripe • PayPal • PayU 📢 Advanced Ads Integration • Google PAL SDK, Sabio Ad In roku • DAI (Dynamic Ad Insertion) • VAST Tag Integration • AWS MediaTailor • Pre-roll / Mid-roll / Post-roll Ads • Custom Video Ad Workflows ☁ Backend, Cloud & Infrastructure • Node.js, PHP, Laravel • REST API Integration • MySQL, PostgreSQL • AWS (EC2, S3, Media Services, SNS, Lightsail) • Firebase • Vimeo (VHX) Integration • CDN Integrations (Bunny, Gumlet, Limelight, Field59) 📊 Analytics & Tracking • GA4 • MUX • Segment I build data-driven streaming platforms with proper event tracking and performance monitoring.

  • Roku Development
  • Android App Development
  • TV Set
  • iOS Development
  • HTML5
  • Laravel
  • Fire App Development
  • AWS Elemental MediaConvert
  • Over-the-Top Media
  • RESTful API
  • Tizen
  • BrightScript
  • Web Development
  • Apple TV Application
  • CMS Development
Eric A.

Batumi, Georgia

$55/hr
4.5
16 jobs

Senior Software Engineer specializing in real-time platforms, AI computer vision, and distributed backend systems with 12+ years of software engineering experience and 14 years in telecom infrastructure engineering. Experienced in building high-performance iGaming platforms, sports betting systems, and AI-driven video processing pipelines. Proven track record delivering scalable microservices, cross-platform applications, and hardware-integrated systems powering real-time operations. Expert in microservices, event-driven systems, computer vision (YOLO/OpenCV), and cloud infrastructure. TECH STACK: • Languages: Typescript, Javascript, Python, C#, Java, Dart, PHP • Frontend Platforms: Next.js, React, React Native, Flutter, Angular, Electron, Cordova • Backend Systems: Node.js, Nest.js, ASP.NET Core • Computer Vision / AI: YOLO v8, OpenCV, TensorFlow • Game Development: Phaser, Pixi.js, Unity 3D, Godot, Flame Engine/Flutter • Databases and Storage: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Redis, MS SQL • Infrastructure: AWS, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Linux, NGINX • Messaging/Streaming: Apache Pulsar, Kafka, BullMQ, RabbitMQ

  • JavaScript
  • Unity
  • Linux System Administration
  • MySQL
  • Node.js
  • PostgreSQL
  • Next.js
  • NestJS
  • React
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • PixiJS
  • Phaser
  • TypeScript
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Flutter
  • .NET Core
  • Game Development
  • iGaming
  • Web Development
  • SmartFoxServer
  • HTML
  • Unix System Administration
  • ActionScript
Adi Gunawanh H.

Bandung, Indonesia

$17/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Need a React Native developer who can build, improve, or rescue your mobile app? I help startups and businesses build production-ready apps for iOS, Android, Android TV, Apple TV (tvOS), Apple Watch (watchOS), and iOS Widgets. Whether you're launching a new product, adding features, or fixing an existing app, I focus on writing clean, maintainable code that performs well in production. With 10+ years of mobile development experience, I've worked on projects ranging from startup MVPs to enterprise applications. I enjoy solving challenging technical problems and delivering reliable solutions that are ready for real users. What I can help you with: ✅ Build React Native apps from scratch ✅ Expo (Managed & Bare Workflow) ✅ Android TV & Apple TV (tvOS) applications ✅ Native development with Swift & Kotlin ✅ App Store & Google Play deployment ✅ Push Notifications (FCM & APNs) ✅ Authentication (Google, Apple, Facebook) ✅ In-App Purchases & Subscriptions ✅ Deep Linking & Universal Links ✅ Maps, Camera & File Upload ✅ Streaming & Media Applications ✅ Offline Storage & Background Tasks ✅ Performance optimization & crash fixing ✅ React Native upgrades & dependency migration ✅ CI/CD with EAS, Fastlane & GitHub Actions Tech Stack • React Native • Expo • TypeScript • Swift • Kotlin • Firebase • GraphQL • REST API • Redux • React Query • Fastlane • EAS Build Why clients work with me: • Clean, scalable architecture • Strong communication throughout the project • Reliable delivery with clear milestones • Focus on performance, stability, and long-term maintainability • Experience building apps for phones, tablets, TVs, watches, and widgets If you're looking for a developer who can take ownership of your mobile app and deliver production-quality results, I'd be happy to discuss your project.

  • React
  • Android App Development
  • React Native
  • Next.js
  • Web Development
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • iOS Development
  • Node.js
  • MERN Stack
  • Supabase
  • Kotlin
  • Swift
  • Firebase
  • Native App Development
  • Android
  • iOS
  • Push Notifications
  • Bug Fix
  • GraphQL
Ahmad S.

Cirebon, Indonesia

$30/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Senior C++ Audio & DSP Engineer | JUCE, VST3, AU, AAX – Low-Latency Audio Plugins & Real-Time Streaming Need a VST3/AU/AAX plugin that never drops a sample, a WebRTC streaming pipeline with perfectly synced audio, or a cross-platform desktop app with a hardware-accelerated UI? I build production-grade audio and video infrastructure that works reliably under the heaviest loads. I write high-performance C++ and Rust media engines that keep your audio buffers tight, your streams latency-free, and your UI fluid even during heavy AI inference. I bind optimized native backends to Electron, Tauri, React, or Swift/Kotlin frontends, delivering mobile and desktop products that feel snappy and professional. --- MY CORE EXPERTISE --- 🎛️ Audio Plugins & DSP (C++/JUCE) • VST3, AU, AAX plugins and standalone apps – cross-platform from day one. • Custom DSP: parametric EQ, dynamics, filters, spatial audio, AI-driven onset detection. • Multi-threaded audio buffer management, real-time safe processing, Web Audio API bridges. 🎥 Video Streaming & Broadcast (OBS, WebRTC, FFmpeg) • Custom OBS Studio plugins, WebSocket automation, live production tools. • Low-latency pipelines: WebRTC, HLS, RTMP, MPEG-DASH, frame-accurate A/V sync. • GPU-accelerated FFmpeg transcoding, stream packaging, VMAF quality analysis. 📱 Mobile & Cross-Platform Engines (C++/Rust) • Shared C++/Rust audio/video cores with native Swift (iOS) and Kotlin (Android) UIs. • Real-time, low-latency mobile audio processing and WebRTC integration. • Scalable architecture that reuses your engine logic across desktop, mobile, and web. --- FEATURED WORK --- 🚀 Render Studio – AI Music Production Suite I architected a cross-platform desktop app (C++/JUCE) featuring real-time AI voice cloning, stem separation, noise removal, and key/BPM analysis. Offloaded heavy AI inference to dedicated worker threads, keeping the hardware-accelerated UI completely smooth and responsive under full rendering load. 🎬 Live Broadcast Automation – OBS Plugin & WebSocket Controller Built a custom OBS Studio plugin and remote WebSocket control panel that automated scene switching, overlay triggers, and stream health monitoring for a 24/7 live channel. Cut manual operator workload by over 90% and eliminated on-air glitches with frame-accurate transitions. --- LET’S TALK --- I’m happy to offer a brief technical sanity check on your project’s architecture before you hire. Click “Invite” or “Message” and describe what you need – let’s build something rock-solid.

  • C++
  • Digital Signal Processing
  • Audio Engine
  • Audio & Music Software
  • FFmpeg
  • WebRTC
  • OBS Studio
  • Rust
  • Desktop Application
  • Swift
  • Kotlin
  • Video Stream
  • Real Time Stream Processing
  • Electron
  • React
  • Plugin Development
Al F.

Khulna, Bangladesh

$20/hr
5.0
6 jobs

Hi, I'm Al Fahad — a passionate Full Stack Developer with over 5 years of hands-on experience in mobile app development, cross-platform architecture, and smart software systems. I come from an engineering background, currently pursuing my BSc in Electronics and Communication Engineering at KUET, and I’ve turned my love for coding, electronics, and design into a full-time professional journey. 🧰🧰 You can directly check my portfolio items, they are all real life projects and the reviews of all the works are also attached with them. All the people were very satisfied. Take a look without a delay. During the pandemic, I dived deep into Data Structures and Algorithms, building a strong foundation in core computer science concepts and problem solving. Since then, I've worked on countless personal projects to sharpen my skills, then moved on to freelance platforms where I delivered quality solutions and earned great client reviews. ⚙️ What I Do I specialize in cross-platform development across mobile, web, and desktop — ensuring smooth, high-performance user experiences, scalable backends, and efficient system automation. Whether it's a business app, a startup prototype, or an embedded IoT system — I bring both technical depth and creative thinking to the table. 🧠 My Core Skills 🔹 Mobile & Frontend Development: Flutter, React Native, Jetpack Compose Win32 API, .NET, Custom UI systems 🔹 Backend Development: Node.js, Django, Flask Firebase, REST APIs, Websockets 🔹 System & Automation: Linux system administration (Ubuntu, Debian) Advanced scripting and automation in Python Bash scripting, DevOps fundamentals, Docker 🔹 UI/UX & Design: Figma, Penpot, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop Clean, modern, and responsive interface design 🔹 IoT & Embedded Systems: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32 Microcontroller programming, sensor integration 🔹 Others: WordPress site development Web scraping, task automation, OpenWRT router customizations 🧰 Notable Projects ✅ Flutter based Event Management app with advanced UI/UX and API integrations ✅ Cross-platform Location Tracking app using React Native + Node.js + Firebase full stack ✅ Automation script in Python for scraping and data processing ✅ OpenWRT-based custom router system testbed development ✅ Branding and logo design for a martial arts company 🌟 Why Work With Me? ✅ Deep Technical Knowledge: I don't just "make it work" — I understand the how and why behind the code. ✅ Full Stack Confidence: I can build your entire system from frontend to backend to deployment. ✅ Passionate and Self-Motivated: I truly love what I do, and it shows in my work and dedication. ✅ Great Communication & Freelance Experience: You’ll find me reliable, easy to collaborate with, and open to feedback. ✅ Try Before You Hire: I’m confident in my skills — feel free to send a small task to test me before committing. 🎯 Let’s Build Something Great If you're looking for a reliable full stack engineer who can confidently deliver across mobile, web, desktop, and IoT — you’re in the right place. I’m open to both short- and long-term projects, and always excited to bring new ideas to life. Feel free to reach out — I’d love to learn about your project and see how I can help!

  • Front-End Development
  • Web Development
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Back-End Development
  • Mobile App Development
  • Desktop Application
  • Database
  • Flutter
  • React Native
  • Android App
  • NodeJS Framework
  • Arduino
  • Embedded System
  • Altium Designer
  • Embedded C
  • STM32
  • ESP32
  • Circuit Design
  • Python
  • Kotlin
Khubchand B.

Mathura, India

$12/hr
5.0
17 jobs

I’m a Mobile App Developer with hands-on experience building and publishing production-ready apps for both iOS and Android — from initial development to final App Store and Play Store submission. I specialize in turning ideas or existing web apps into fully functional mobile applications, handling everything end-to-end including authentication, payments, push notifications, and backend integrations. 🚀 What I Do 📱 Build and publish mobile apps (iOS & Android) 🔄 Convert web apps into native apps using Capacitor 🔐 Implement secure authentication (Firebase, Google, Facebook, LINE, Apple, Phone OTP) 💳 Integrate payments (Stripe, 3D Secure, custom flows) 🔔 Set up push notifications using Firebase ☁️ Full Firebase integration (Auth, Firestore, Functions, Storage) 🎬 FFmpeg-based video & audio processing tools 💡 Mobile Development Expertise Capacitor & Cordova (custom plugins, native integrations) Native iOS (Objective-C) & Android (Java) Ionic, Angular, Vue (Quasar) REST API & backend integrations I ensure apps are: ✔ Stable and production-ready ✔ Fully compliant with App Store & Play Store guidelines ✔ Optimized for performance and scalability 🎯 Real Experience Built and published cross-platform apps from scratch Implemented multiple authentication systems across apps Integrated secure payment flows including Stripe Developed FFmpeg-based tools for video/audio processing Delivered apps with real users and production usage 🤝 Why Work With Me Clear communication and fast response Focus on long-term, scalable solutions Experience handling complete app lifecycle (dev → publish → maintain) Reliable delivery with attention to detail If you’re looking for someone who can take your app from idea to live on the App Store/Play Store, I can help you build it the right way.

  • Android App Development
  • iOS Development
  • App Store Upload
  • Publishing
  • Web Application
  • Firebase
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • User Authentication
  • Quasar Framework
  • Vue.js
  • TypeScript
  • FFmpeg
  • Flutter
  • React

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How to Hire Top Roku Developers

How to hire Roku developers

A Roku developer is someone who’s mastered the ins and outs of the Roku SDK (software development kit). If you want to create your own Roku channel or app, a Roku developer can help.

So how do you hire Roku developers? What follows are some tips for finding top Roku developers on Upwork.

How to shortlist Roku development professionals

As you’re browsing available Roku development consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the contractors you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Technology. Solid fundamentals in APIs, web, and mobile app development are a must.
  • Streaming service expertise. It’s a good sign if a Roku developer has experience working with a variety of streaming devices and connected TV platforms.
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular Roku developer.

How to write an effective Roku development job post

With a clear picture of your ideal Roku developer in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a freelancer to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

An effective Roku development job post should include:

  • Scope of work: From unit tests to APIs, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
  • Background: If you prefer experience working with certain devices, TV platforms, or technology stacks, mention this here.
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Ready to build, test, and maintain your own Roku channel? Log in and post your Roku development job on Upwork today.

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ROKU DEVELOPERS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Roku?

Roku is a video streaming platform that allows you to watch both free and paid video content on your TV through an internet connection. Simply connect a Roku device to your TV using an HDMI cable, and you can start streaming content over the internet through Roku apps called channels. If you want to make your own channel and start streaming your own video content, a Roku developer can help.

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in Roku development consultants:

  • Roku Developer Mode and Roku SDK
  • Roku BrightScript and SceneGraph
  • Basic web and/or mobile app development
  • Connected TV platforms and devices (e.g., Amazon Fire TV, Samsung Smart TV network, iOS, Android)

Why hire Roku developers?

The trick to finding top Roku developers is to identify your needs. Are you building a streaming channel from scratch? Or are you looking to run software quality tests and keep your authentication certificates up-to-date? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life.

How much does it cost to hire a Roku developer?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced Roku developer may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their Roku development services more competitively.

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.