Backend Engineer - Advertising
Spotify · New York, NY · Yesterday
Engineering$133k–$190k/yrFull-time
What You'll Do
- Design and develop scalable backend systems and APIs using Java services
- Collaborate with Data Scientists and/or Data Engineers to build and maintain complex data pipelines using frameworks like Scio, Storm, Spark, and Google Cloud Platform
- Develop expertise in testing practices, including TDD and integration testing
- Ensure high-quality code through automated testing and continuous integration
- Lead high-performance Java service development and operations for millions of users
- Partner with Data Scientists and User Researchers to understand user needs and inform product decisions
Who You Are
- A highly motivated and communicative engineer passionate about collaborating on difficult engineering problems
- An experienced Backend Engineer with 3+ years of working experience, passionate about delivering high-quality code
- Proficient in Java, with a desire to expand knowledge into additional languages like Scala
- A strong advocate for code quality, testing, and automation
- Experience with distributed systems, high-volume services, production deployment, big data processing technologies, and system design
- Familiarity with APIs, stakeholders, and agile methodologies
- Knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and software engineering principles
- Understanding of end-user experience, quality, and modern engineering practices
- A collaborative attitude with a strong desire to work with others and make a difference
- Passionate about delivering high-quality code, iterating quickly, and experimenting with new ideas
- Passionate about data as a powerful tool for informed decision-making
Where You'll Be
- We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best!
- The team operates within the North America region, with work locations available.
- The United States base range for this position is $132,949.00 - 189,927.00, plus equity.
- The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, monthly meal allowance, 23 paid days off, 13 paid flexible holidays.
Pay & Schedule
- The United States base range for this position is $132,949.00 - 189,927.00, plus equity.
- The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, monthly meal allowance, 23 paid days off, 13 paid flexible holidays.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Six month paid parental leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Monthly meal allowance
- 23 paid days off
- 13 paid flexible holidays