Senior Web Engineer – Smart TV / OTT

Role description

Senior Web Engineer – Smart TV / OTT

DNA.inc

DNA.inc Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

DNA.inc seeks curious minds for adventurous missions. We are looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer with 5+ years of professional experience building modern web apps, ideally on connected devices such as Smart TVs, set‑top boxes, or embedded systems. We are remote‑first (Europe), with hybrid options in Amsterdam, Madrid, and Valencia.

About DNA.inc

At DNA.inc, we love building platforms and products that people want to use. We specialize in guiding clients through envisioning, building, and launching large‑scale software projects in streaming, media, automotive and other industries. Based in Europe, we share a passion for jointly working on influential products that captivate large, global audiences. By joining DNA.inc, you’ll collaborate daily with seasoned designers, engineers, and executives who have worked on major streaming services like Disney+, ESPN+, Eurosport, and SiriusXM. Our teams work directly within our clients’ teams, embedded among their engineers, designers, and product specialists. This close collaboration ensures that we can elevate the capabilities of our clients’ internal teams and the products they build. We combine dedication to our mission with great care for our team. Our people get the trust and support needed to grow and interesting projects to learn from. We're dedicated to investing in your growth in various ways; spending time on your craft, mentoring each other, time and budget for learning and visiting conferences, with a clear long‑term growth path, brought together in a culture that celebrates expertise.

About The Job

The job will consist of collaborating with other engineers in Europe and the USA to build high‑performance video‑based platforms for our clients. These platforms typically have a streaming component and run across a wide variety of connected devices; from Smart TVs and set‑top boxes to in‑car entertainment systems.

Responsibilities

• Front‑end apps for Smart TVs, set‑top boxes, and embedded displays
• Video playback and streaming UX
• Device‑specific integrations for casting, DRM, playback, and remote control
• Occasionally, cross‑platform development for mobile or automotive UIs

Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of strong hands‑on experience with React
• Deep understanding of React internals (rendering, hooks, state)
• 4+ years of experience with TypeScript
• 5+ years of experience with core web technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), REST APIs
• Experience building apps for Smart TVs or embedded platforms (e.g., LG webOS, Samsung Tizen)
• Strong background in video streaming (VOD, AOD, OTT) and media player development
• Experience with bundlers like Webpack or Vite
• Solid Node.js experience
• Familiarity with Git, GitLab, and collaborative workflows
• Testing mindset and hands‑on experience with tools like Vitest, Jest, Cypress, or Playwright (including device‑focused such as Suitest)
• Understanding of performance constraints and debugging on low‑resource or legacy hardware
• Comfortable with functional programming principles and code organization
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)
• Able to work independently, review PRs, and mentor others

Bonus Points

• Automotive infotainment systems (Android Automotive, Android Auto, Web‑based UIs for cars)
• Reactive programming (RxJS, Redux Observables)
• Media player integration and tuning
• Design systems and component libraries
• Next.js or similar frameworks

What We Offer

• Great compensation tailored to experience and local standards
• Remote in Europe or hybrid in Amsterdam, Madrid or Valencia
• Flexibility in working hours and location
• Work with and learn from a team of highly experienced engineers, designers and other disciplines
• A clear growth path even for very experienced people, without the need to become a manager unless that is desired
• Encouraged to travel and meet co‑workers; periodic company off‑sites throughout Europe
• Support with home‑office setup (hardware, software)
• Local‑law benefits (pension, etc) available per country

Interested?

As part of our recruitment process, candidates complete a screening procedure before starting at DNA.inc. This includes a reference check, education verification, credit check, and a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG). Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through this process and help with background checks. If you’re excited about embarking on adventurous missions with DNA.inc and have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply through the ‘Apply’ button on our website! For any questions or further information, feel free to reach out to Please, no recruiters.