Principal Software Engineer
Crunchyroll, LLC
About this role
The Principal Software Engineer will lead the architecture and evolution of Crunchyroll’s core digital media supply chain systems that power the global streaming platform. This hands-on technical role partners with solutions architects and cross-functional teams to define and deliver scalable, cloud-native workflows for video, audio, subtitles, artwork, and metadata. The position emphasizes innovation, modernization, and raising engineering quality across the organization.
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About Crunchyroll, LLC
crunchyroll.comCrunchyroll is a global streaming service and entertainment company specializing in anime, manga, and related fan content. It offers a large catalog of licensed anime—subtitled and dubbed—plus simulcasts of new episodes, manga, and extras, with free ad-supported viewing and premium subscriptions that add HD streams, downloads, and an ad-free experience. Available across web, mobile, and streaming devices, Crunchyroll also supports community features, merchandise, and events, and is part of Sony’s Funimation/Crunchyroll group.
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About Crunchyroll, LLC
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$144k – $192k
per year