Remote Junior Backend Engineer

Description:

• Brightcove is seeking a Junior Backend Engineer to join their Player Services team in Guadalajara.
• The candidate will be responsible for improving and maintaining Node.js-based backend services supporting web-based media players.
• The role may involve frontend work in addition to backend responsibilities.
• The position requires an interest in learning about various aspects of cloud-based applications.
• Job responsibilities include developing clean, high-quality code, writing automated tests, contributing to technical documentation, and ensuring the uptime of Player Services.
• The engineer will work in a collaborative, agile environment with a small team and across multiple teams contributing to the same product.
• The ideal candidate should be motivated to learn new technologies.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of NodeJS software development experience.
• Understanding of REST API design principles.
• Experience with public cloud services like Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a plus.
• Knowledge of containers and container-based deployment, preferably Kubernetes, is advantageous.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment infrastructure (Jenkins, CircleCi, TeamCity).
• Ability to comprehend technical documentation and standards.
• Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective collaboration with software engineers, product/program managers, and support personnel.
• Ability to maintain high standards of quality and customer value.
• Experience with MongoDB is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience with video is a bonus but not required.

Benefits:

• Brightcove offers a diverse, global team environment focused on revolutionizing video delivery.
• The company values authenticity, individual empowerment, excellence, and collaboration.
• Employees have access to remote, hybrid, or on-site working options in the vibrant Guadalajara office.
• Benefits include fully-stocked kitchens, company events, social activities, and an inspiring work environment.
• The culture at Brightcove emphasizes inclusion, growth, collaboration, creativity, work/life balance, and professional development.
• Employees can participate in organized groups and clubs like the Employee Action Committee, Women of Brightcove, Pride of Brightcove, and Parents of Brightcove.
• Brightcove is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity, encouraging individuals from underrepresented and marginalized identities to apply.