Staff Backend Software Engineer
Core
Lead delivery of reliable, scalable services for audio/video hosting, monetization, and analytics in the media and creator space at a global footprint scale.
Role type
Staff Backend Software Engineer (Platform Systems)
Builds
RESTful APIs, async workers, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure for media processing and reporting
Domain
Media, Entertainment, Creator Economy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Python, Celery, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, GCP, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Security Engineering, System Design, Observability
Preferred skills
TypeScript, gRPC, Druid, BigQuery, RBAC/ABAC, AI-driven development practices
Technologies
Python, Celery, RabbitMQ, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, GCP, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch
Responsibilities
Lead design and implementation of RESTful APIs and async workers for media workflows; Own reliability and performance of distributed systems including queue design and backpressure; Drive data and integration decisions across databases and object storage; Lead or contribute to Terraform and AWS infrastructure changes; Raise the bar on observability with structured logging and metrics; Define and evolve testing strategy for critical paths; Represent backend concerns in planning and incident discussions; Anticipate scaling and complexity for long-term maintainability
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with leadership
