Real-time Communication Engineer Lisboa

Real-time Communication Engineer
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

Join a global software product company that transforms emergency response through innovative technology. Our client’s
- time communication platform bridges the gap between citizens and emergency centers worldwide, offering video, precise location tracking, and chat capabilities so responders can gather critical information fast—even in
-
- death situations. This
- changing approach empowers emergency teams to reach people quicker, fully prepared, and equipped to save lives. With support from top tech partners and a reach spanning over 400 million people in eight countries, they’re redefining emergency response on a global scale. We are seeking a Software Engineer to lead the development of
- edge
- time communication software for our Client’s
- saving platform. This role involves designing and implementing
- performance Vo
IP services and streaming architectures to ensure seamless emergency support. Key Responsibilities
Develop core RTC components across client and server levels, creating scalable infrastructures for
- time communication in emergency services
Work in
- platform environments integrating mobile clients, Vo
IP/Streaming servers, command systems, and emergency devices
Contribute to diverse RTC
- source projects, including Web
RTC (APIs and internals), HTTP Streaming, and media frameworks like GStreamer and FFmpeg
Optimize bandwidth estimation, and implement video/audio codecs such as VP8/9, H. 264/5, SVC, Opus, and AACRequirements
BSc in Software Engineering or Computer Science3+ years of experience in a Saa
S company as a Backend Engineer
Knowledge and/or interest in Real-Time Communication software development (Audio/Video/Web
RTC/Streaming)Fluent in English
Nice to have:Familiarity with cloud environments, preferably AWSWhat they offer
Global startup company with 200 employees worldwide
Opportunity to work on a
- edge,
- critical communication platform that helps save lives
Opportunity to have a significant impact on the product as part of an agile R&D team
Growth opportunities
Competitive compensation package
Chance to learn new technologies, with support from the company
Potential for career growth and advancement within the Lisbon-based R&D hub
Hybrid work model, with the ability to work remotely initially and then transition to 2 days per week in the office
Exposure to cloud technologies and complex systems development
Collaborative work environment with direct involvement from the hiring managers
No Sponsorship at the moment. Full-time role.