Yu Duan

Senior Software Engineer

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands10 yrs 1 mo experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in video processing and software development.
Proven track record in partner ecosystem integration.
Innovative solutions for digital content protection.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS expert specializing in video processing and digital content protection.

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Skills

Core Skills

Software DevelopmentVideo Processing

Other Skills

CC++LinuxPythonAmazon Web Services (AWS)DockerGitJenkinsNginxHLSDASHAVCHEVCMultithreaded DevelopmentMultiprocessing

About

Software engineer with 8-year industry experience, currently working as a Senior Software Engineer at Netflix, responsible for EMEA partner ecosystem integration. I have strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and calm, methodical approach to decision-making. I excel in leveraging data for informed decisions and maintaining strong communication with both partners and internal teams. Known for my resilience and creativity, I tackle challenges head-on and innovate to improve processes and technologies. I have consistently demonstrated strong judgment, curiosity, and a selfless approach to team collaboration. Whether mentoring new team members, leading complex projects, or improving partner integrations, my focus remains on delivering excellence and fostering a collaborative, efficient work environment.

Experience

10 yrs 1 mo

Total Experience

3 yrs 4 mos

Average Tenure

4 yrs 6 mos

Current Experience

Netflix

Senior Software Engineer | Partner Ecosystem - EMEA

Nov 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 7 mos · Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

As a Partner Engineer at Netflix, I support EMEA partners in integrating and certifying the Netflix app on Smart TV+ devices, integrating Netflix partner payment APIs, and incorporating Netflix device experience tools. My role ensures that the Netflix application and services are available with high quality on a wide range of Smart TV+ devices by collaborating with global partners to integrate and test Netflix services and payment solutions.
I work closely with engineering and product teams at EMEA partners, serving as the technical interface between Netflix and our operator and selected CE partners throughout the product life cycle. This involves executing regional strategies alongside Partnership colleagues (PEMs and BD) and leveraging our domain expertise in NRDP, payments, and DET to explore, design, launch, and maintain technical integrations.
I facilitate the two-way flow of information between Netflix and our partners, communicating technical requirements and representing partner needs to internal teams. Additionally, I contribute to developing new processes and technologies to enhance the quality and efficiency of our integrations, informed by my hands-on experience with partners.

CC++Video ProcessingSoftware DevelopmentLinuxPython+5

Irdeto

4 roles

Principal Software Engineer

Promoted

Nov 2020 – Nov 2021 · 1 yr · Hoofddorp, North Holland, Netherlands

As a Principal Software Engineer in the OTT Watermarking team at Irdeto, I contributed significantly to the development of innovative solutions aimed at protecting digital video content from piracy. Over my five-year tenure, I led the design and implementation of several key projects:
Real-Time C++ Application: Developed a real-time C++ application that processes OTT video streams and inserts invisible watermarks into selected frames. This application supports both VOD (TS, MP4) and Live (TS over UDP, MSS) streams, and supports H.264 and H.265 codecs.
Online Detection Service: Engineered an online detection service capable of processing pirated video copies to identify embedded watermark traces, ensuring effective content protection.
Encoder Plugin: Created an encoder plugin that integrates at the encoding stage to generate watermarked raw frames and feed them into the encoder, enhancing the security of the video content from the encoding phase.
Nginx Web Service: Developed a Nginx web service that uniquely watermarks video segments (HLS/TS or DASH) in real-time, positioned after the Origin/packager to ensure continuous protection of streamed content.
SSAI Service: Built a Server-Side Ad Insertion (SSAI) service that delivers personalized ad experiences within OTT live streams, improving user engagement and monetization opportunities.
Through these projects, I played a crucial role in enhancing the robustness and efficiency of Irdeto's OTT watermarking solutions, helping to safeguard valuable digital media assets from unauthorized distribution.

C++NginxHLSDASHAVCHEVC+4

Senior Software Engineer

Promoted

Jul 2019 – Nov 2020 · 1 yr 4 mos · Hoofddorp, North Holland, Netherlands

Software Engineer

Promoted

Jul 2017 – Jun 2019 · 1 yr 11 mos · Hoofddorp, North Holland, Netherlands

Graduate Software Engineer

Sep 2016 – Jun 2017 · 9 mos · Hoofddorp, North Holland, Netherlands

Vector fabrics

Master thesis

Nov 2015 – May 2016 · 6 mos · Zaltbommel

Event trace and data race visualization: The project is carried out at VectorFabrics in close collaboration with TU/e Electronic Systems group. The target of this project is to design and implement a visualization tool that can be integrated within the existing tool chain. The desired functionality of this tool is being able to visualize the execution behavior as well as potential data races for a multithread application.