Remote Fullstack Engineer - Platform Engineering

Description:

• The Platform team at Spotify creates technology that enables rapid growth in users and business globally.
• The team is looking for an experienced Fullstack Engineer to support the development, scaling, and improvement of the Digital Asset Management (DAM) platform.
• The role involves collaborating with multi-functional teams to build and maintain scalable backend systems, APIs, and integrations.
• Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining backend systems, building and maintaining APIs, and working on front-end integrations using React.
• The engineer will collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to understand system requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• The role requires working with relational databases to handle metadata and ensure efficient data storage and retrieval.
• The engineer will monitor and improve system performance, solve issues, and implement optimizations for high-traffic applications.
• The position involves contributing to the overall architecture and technical strategy for the DAM platform.
• The engineer will take ownership of end-to-end delivery, from system design to deployment and monitoring.
• The role includes mentoring junior and mid-level engineers and fostering a culture of technical growth within the team.

Requirements:

• Proven experience building backend systems in production, specifically with hands-on experience in Java.
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming and a strong understanding of modern software engineering practices.
• Experience designing and building scalable, distributed systems and APIs, including gRPC and REST.
• Skilled in working with SQL and relational databases, with experience optimizing queries for performance.
• Experience with GraphQL and building APIs that integrate with front-end systems.
• Hands-on experience with React and front-end development for collaboration with front-end engineers.
• Familiarity with authentication protocols and API security standard processes.
• Experience working with cloud platforms and containerization tools.
• Strong technical leadership skills with experience mentoring engineers and driving technical initiatives.
• Nice to have: Experience with localization workflows, BigQuery, and modern CI/CD pipelines.

Benefits:

• The role is based in Toronto, with flexibility to work from home and attend in-person meetings as needed.
• Spotify is committed to inclusivity and offers reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.
• The company values diverse perspectives and backgrounds, fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.
• Employees are encouraged to bring their personal experiences and perspectives to contribute to the company's mission.