Staff Backend Software Engineer
Core
Lead delivery of reliable, scalable backend services for audio/video hosting, monetization, and analytics at a global scale.
Role type
Staff Backend Software Engineer (Platform)
Builds
RESTful APIs, async job orchestration, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure for media processing and reporting.
Domain
Media & Entertainment (OTT, CTV, SSAI, VAST)
Required skills
Python, Celery, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, GCP, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Observability (Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch), Security (IAM, WAF, RBAC/ABAC)
Preferred skills
TypeScript, Druid, BigQuery, gRPC, AI-driven development practices, 0-to-1 product building
Technologies
Python, Celery, RabbitMQ, PostgreSQL, Redis, AWS, GCP, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, pytest, GitHub Actions
Responsibilities
Design and implement RESTful APIs and async workers; own reliability of distributed systems; drive data and integration decisions; lead infrastructure changes via Terraform; define testing strategies; represent backend concerns in planning and incident response; establish engineering standards and AI-driven development practices.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with leadership
