Remote Senior Backend Engineer (Remote, United Kingdom)

Description:

• This position is for a Senior Backend Engineer at Live Nation Entertainment, posted by Jobgether.
• The role is remote and based in the United Kingdom.
• You will join a collaborative engineering team responsible for building and scaling platforms that support millions of users worldwide.
• Your responsibilities include designing and delivering backend microservices that power web and mobile applications, ensuring high availability, performance, and scalability.
• You will work with technologies such as Java, Kafka, and AWS.
• The position involves mentoring junior engineers and contributing to key architectural decisions.
• The work environment is fast-paced and innovative, directly impacting user experiences at scale.

Requirements:

• You must have strong expertise in Java, preferably with Spring Boot and Maven.
• Proven experience with event-driven systems and stream processing using Kafka is required.
• A solid background in deploying applications on AWS, leveraging tools like Lambda, Step Functions, API Gateway, and AppSync is necessary.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration practices is expected.
• Knowledge of JavaScript and Node.js, with exposure to frontend integrations (React/Next.js) is important.
• You should possess strong system design, data structures, and scalability knowledge.
• Experience working in Agile environments and delivering within iterative cycles is required.
• Previous exposure to high-traffic or real-time systems is highly desirable.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience is necessary.
• Strong communication, reliability, teamwork, and problem-solving mindset are essential.
• The role is permanent and full-time, with flexible working hours from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Benefits:

• The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud and event-driven technologies.
• You will be part of an inclusive and diverse culture that supports professional and personal growth.
• The role provides a collaborative and passionate team environment with mentorship opportunities.
• A competitive compensation package and benefits, including healthcare and other perks, are included.