About Bitkernel

Bitkernel Technology Inc. is redefining how the world experiences digital video. With a proven track record of innovation, we’re on a mission to revolutionize streaming technology and build complete content ecosystems. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, with a growing office in Vancouver, B.C., we’re building our future in North America.

Powered by our groundbreaking platform, Goose, we’re creating a next-generation self-serve SaaS solution that enables content creators, broadcasters, and media companies to launch and scale OTT streaming services across Android, iOS, Web, and SmartTV platforms.

Why Join Bitkernel?

At Bitkernel, you’ll experience the energy of a startup with the stability of an established product—and the opportunity to make a global impact. You’ll help shape major technical innovations, collaborate with visionary leaders, and solve complex, global-scale challenges backed by long-term R&D investment.

We thrive on empathy, innovation, and continuous learning. Our team is made up of curious, strategic thinkers who combine deep technical expertise with emotional intelligence and a collaborative spirit across cultures and disciplines.

Join us to build, innovate, and grow as we redefine how the world experiences digital video.

Bitkernel DNA (is it in you?)

Startup Hustle: You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with a hands-on, problem-solving attitude.

Boundary-Breaking Vision: You challenge conventions to pioneer innovative, world-class user interfaces.

AI-Enhanced Innovation: You harness AI to supercharge development workflows and push the boundaries of what’s possible.

About the Role

As the Manager of Web & Mobile Development, you'll be at the forefront of creating and enhancing the next generation of video streaming applications. This is an opportunity to lead the development of world-class OTT platforms across mobile, TV, and web. You'll collaborate with a passionate, agile team, pushing the limits of what's possible in video delivery and working with some of the most advanced technologies available today. Your work will have a global impact, transforming how millions of users experience content every day.

What You'll Own/Do:

Product & Platform Leadership

• Lead the design and development of cutting-edge OTT app solutions across mobile (Android/iOS), TV (Tizen/WebOS), and web platforms.
• Drive on-time delivery of key milestones through both strategic delegation and hands-on development — rolling up your sleeves to support the team and ensure success.
• Think creatively and bring bold ideas to life — your contributions will directly influence the product's evolution.
• Stay ahead of the curve by incorporating emerging technologies to continuously enhance app quality and performance.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and backend teams to create seamless, user-friendly experiences.
• Harness the power of AI programming to optimize development workflows and accelerate feature delivery, from automation to prototyping.

What We Require for this Role:

Experience & Leadership

• 8+ years of experience in front-end development, building innovative UI solutions for diverse platforms.
• Demonstrated success leading the end-to-end development of high-performance apps across Android, iOS, TV, and Web - combining hands-on coding expertise with strategic team leadership to deliver scalable, top-tier streaming experiences.
• Track record of leading small, agile teams in a startup-like environment, breaking barriers and driving results.
• A passion for pushing the envelope on app quality, scalability, and performance.
• Experience with AI-powered programming tools to streamline and enhance development processes.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and frontend-backend integration.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and agile development practices.
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and performance optimization skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with a collaborative approach.

Bonus Points for Candidates Who Have:

• SaaS Platforms: Previous experience with SaaS platforms or live/VOD video streaming products.
• Cross-Platform: Experience with smart TV platforms (TizenOS, WebOS, Roku OS) and mobile browsers.
• Multimedia Protocols: Understanding of multimedia transport protocols (e.g., RTP, RTMP, SRT, UDP, HLS/DASH).
• Top-Tier Education: You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field from a 4-yr accredited institution globally ranked in the top 500 universities.

Perks & Benefits:

• Career Development Opportunities: Access to learning resources, mentorship, and professional growth.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Engage in team-building activities and thrive in a creative, supportive workplace.
• Great Work Environment: Work from our modern office, with flexibility to work from home on Fridays.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Extensive health & benefits plan, LTD & Life Insurance.
• Global Opportunities: Join a company with international reach and potential for future travel and team-building abroad.
• Pay Equity: We base pay on your experience, location, and internal equity to make sure everyone is compensated fairly and consistently.

The pay range for this role is:

140,000 - 150,000 CAD per year (Vancouver)