Software Development Engineer I

Available JioStar interview reports indicate that the process can involve technical and coding rounds. A frontend-focused candidate reported two technical rounds covering coding/algorithms, JavaScript, React and high-level design. Questions included merging two sorted arrays, writing a JavaScript getElementById polyfill, React 18 features and optimization, designing an autocomplete system end-to-end, and removing duplicate characters from a sentence. AmbitionBox currently lists 54 JioStar interview experiences, with an overall interview-experience rating of 3.9/5.

JioStar offers exposure to large-scale technology and high-impact digital products, with employees highlighting learning opportunities, industry exposure and career growth. However, employee feedback is mixed, with some reviews mentioning high work pressure and long working hours. Glassdoor currently shows a 3.5/5 overall rating, with 3.4/5 for work-life balance and 3.5/5 for culture and values.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field. 0–2 years of professional experience as a frontend developer. Hands-on experience with JavaScript. Strong understanding of browser fundamentals. Understanding of design and architecture patterns. Knowledge of a frontend framework such as React or AngularJS. Familiarity with Git/version-control tools. Familiarity with frontend build tools such as Grunt or Gulp is beneficial. Open-source contribution is an advantage. Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and frameworks.

Likely process: Resume Shortlisting → Technical/Coding Round(s) → One-on-One/Technical Discussion → Final/HR Discussion. Actual selection stages may vary. Available JioStar interview reports commonly mention technical rounds, coding assessments and one-on-one discussions. One frontend-focused report included JavaScript, React, coding and high-level design questions.

JioStar is hiring a Software Development Engineer I to join its Viewer Experience (VX) organization in Bengaluru. The role focuses on building high-quality digital experiences for JioHotstar across its website and TV applications. The engineer will work on products used at massive scale and contribute to systems designed to provide seamless, performant and engaging content experiences to millions of users. The Viewer Experience organization works across areas including Search, Personalization, Watch Experience and Interactivity. The team combines engineering, machine learning, design and data to improve how users discover and interact with content on the platform. As a Software Development Engineer I, the selected candidate will own and deliver end-to-end user-facing features while maintaining high standards for performance, accessibility and cross-browser compatibility. The role involves collaborating with product stakeholders to develop new features for web and TV applications and translating UI/UX designs into technically feasible implementations. The engineer will also contribute to reusable code, cross-functional libraries and JioStar's internal design system. Documentation is an important part of the role, including creating technical documentation, data flow diagrams and useful code comments. The position also requires writing clean, efficient and maintainable code while following software development best practices and participating in code reviews. Candidates should have strong JavaScript experience and a deep understanding of how web browsers work. Knowledge of design and architecture patterns is expected, along with familiarity with modern frontend frameworks such as React or AngularJS. Candidates should also understand why frameworks are used and how they help build scalable applications. The role requires familiarity with Git and version-control practices, while experience with frontend build tools such as Grunt or Gulp is also useful. Open-source contributions are considered an advantage. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about technology, enjoys learning new frameworks and technologies, and is interested in building highly scalable user experiences. The position reports to an Engineering Manager. JioStar is a global media and entertainment company operating television networks and streaming services, reaching hundreds of millions of viewers. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer and aims to maintain an inclusive workplace.