Video Rendering Stack Architect

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeEngineering Full time $180,000
Senior Engineering Manager Job Description

Job Title: Senior Engineering Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Industry: Software Development

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead our Video Platform team. As a key member of our engineering organization, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of our video rendering stack, infrastructure, and architecture.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a world-class Video Platform sub-group of ~20 engineers, including staff engineers and Engineering Managers.
  • Drive the architecture and execution of Canva's next-gen video rendering stack across native and web (WASM) platforms.
  • Build robust infrastructure for high-performance video experiences across mobile, web, and backend export pipelines.
  • Partner with product and design teams to translate creative needs into platform capabilities used by millions globally.
  • Set the technical vision and build a scalable roadmap for the platform team—including hiring and coaching high-calibre video talent.
  • Owning and delivering a major evolution in Canva's video technology strategy.

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience leading platform engineering teams in multimedia, embedded systems, or video rendering domains.
  • Deep knowledge of video codecs, rendering pipelines, and cross-platform systems (bonus for WASM and native engine experience).
  • A proven track record managing large engineering orgs (15+), including staff engineers and Engineering Managers, and building high-impact tech orgs.
  • Strong stakeholder management experience and the ability to influence technical direction at scale.
  • A passion for fostering engineering excellence—mentoring engineers and building systems that scale across millions of users.

Benefits:

  • Equity packages to share in our success.
  • Inclusive parental leave policy supporting all parents & carers.
  • An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance for wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more.

About The Team:

The Video Platform team works at the forefront of innovation with industry-leading technology. We own the foundational components powering features that delight our customers, solving complex technical problems around video composition, rendering, and orchestration.

What's In It For You?

Achieving our crazy big goals motivates us to work hard—and we do—but you'll experience moments of magic, connectivity, and fun woven throughout life at Canva.

  • Senior Video Platform Lead

    4 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeEngineering Full time

    Job DescriptionAs a Senior Engineering Manager, you will lead a world-class team of engineers to drive the architecture and execution of a next-gen video rendering stack. This role is critical in building robust infrastructure for high-performance video experiences across mobile, web, and backend export pipelines.Key Responsibilities:Leading a team of...

  • High-Performance Video Engineer Leader

    16 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeVideo Full time $180,000

    Job Title: Senior Engineering Manager">">">Senior Video Platform Lead">This is a senior leadership role that oversees the development and implementation of video platforms. As a Senior Video Platform Lead, you will be responsible for leading a team of engineers to design, build, and maintain high-quality software applications.The ideal candidate will have...

  • Senior Video Streaming Architect

    2 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeStreaming Full time $188,400 - $245,390

    About Video Streaming Architecture">We are seeking a technically-minded professional to join our team in designing and developing a world-class video streaming platform. This is a pivotal moment in our journey as we build a robust ad insertion system from the ground up.">Our rapid growth is underscored by our recent milestone of over 1.1 billion hours...

  • Video Platform Technical Lead

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeEngineering Full time $180,000

    We are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead our video platform team.Senior Engineering ManagerMain Responsibilities:Lead a sub-group of ~20 engineers responsible for creating a world-class video platform.Drive the architecture and execution of Canva's next-gen video rendering stack across native and web platforms.Design robust infrastructure for...

  • Rendering Expert

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeGraphics Full time $140,000 - $180,000

    As a Rendering Expert, you will be responsible for optimizing, enhancing, and developing new rendering systems on top of the foundation of AAA engine technology.Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, optimize, and debug rendering engine systemsDeploy, evaluate performance, and test software on all supported platformsCommunicate features and development with...

  • Expert Rendering Engineer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeGraphicsEngineer Full time $120,000 - $150,000

    Rendering Engine ExpertWe are seeking an experienced Graphics Engineer to join our team in Melbourne. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for optimizing, enhancing, and developing new rendering systems on top of the foundation of AAA engine technology.Key Responsibilities:Optimize and enhance existing rendering systemsDevelop new...

  • Video Engineering Leader

    5 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeSoftware Full time $180,000 - $220,000

    Senior Video Software Engineer OpportunityWe are seeking a Senior Video Software Engineer with deep expertise in video streaming technologies to join our platform team. This role requires a candidate who has a proven history of working for a video streaming company and possesses a comprehensive understanding of common causes of playback issues, such as...

  • Rendering Engineer

    4 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Sledgehammer Games Full time

    OverviewRendering Engineer (Senior to Expert Level) at Sledgehammer Games – Melbourne studio.Requisition ID: RWhat You Will DoDevelop, modify, optimize, and debug rendering engine systemsDeploy, evaluate performance, and test software on all supported platformsCommunicate features and development with production, engineering, design, and art...

  • Rendering Engineer

    2 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Activision Blizzard,Inc. Full time

    Job Title: Rendering Engineer (Senior to Expert Level) Requisition ID: R025795 Job Description: Your MissionAs an Expert Graphics Engineer you will be optimizing, enhancing, and developing new rendering systems on top of the foundation of Call of Duty's AAA engine technology.You will collaborate with passionate graphics engineers across all of Activision's...

  • Rendering Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Sledgehammer Games Full time

    OverviewRendering Engineer (Senior to Expert Level) at Sledgehammer Games – Melbourne studio.Requisition ID: R025795What You Will DoDevelop, modify, optimize, and debug rendering engine systemsDeploy, evaluate performance, and test software on all supported platformsCommunicate features and development with production, engineering, design, and art...