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Backend Engineer - Streaming Architecture Group, Entertainment Service Development Department (ESDD)

Tokyo, JapanFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10

Core

Backend engineer supporting the rebuilding and operation of video distribution platforms (VOD and live streaming) for Rakuten's entertainment services.

Role type

Senior backend engineer (streaming infrastructure)

Builds

Video distribution platforms (VOD and live streaming) and shared video infrastructure

Domain

Streaming media, Entertainment

Required skills

Backend development, Relational databases (SQL), Container orchestration (Docker/Kubernetes), RESTful API design, PHP, Java

Preferred skills

Streaming platform operations, PHP (Laravel), Java (Spring Boot)

Technologies

PHP, Laravel, Java, Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS Media Services, MariaDB, One Cloud

Responsibilities

Backend development and programming, Performance tuning, Utilizing AI to improve quality, Operation and maintenance of video distribution platform, Investigating and responding to system incidents, Technology selection and implementation

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC