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Full-Time

Senior Backend/Data Engineer

Music

Posted on 9/4/2024

Spotify

Spotify

10,001+ employees

Digital music streaming service with podcasts

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$156.3k - $223.3kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
gRPC
Agile
Apache Beam
Apache Spark
Java
AWS
REST APIs
Data Analysis
Cassandra
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in backend and data engineering
  • Strong system design skills
  • Proficient in building distributed services with RESTful and/or gRPC endpoints
  • Hands-on experience working with data in columnar storage formats and wide-column stores like BigTable or Cassandra
  • Experience building batch workflow data pipelines using libraries such as Spark or Beam
  • Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools
  • Deep knowledge in data modeling, data access, and data storage techniques
  • Experience deploying and operating services in cloud environments like GCP or AWS
  • Experience using modern CI/CD tools and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices
  • Passionate about agile software processes, data-driven development, reliability, and responsible experimentation
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate closely with our team to design, develop, and deploy services in Java that power the music analytics and insights in Spotify for Artists
  • Work hand-in-hand with our backend engineers to develop services that offer real-time metrics and handle sophisticated authorization logic
  • Drive optimization, testing, and tooling initiatives to improve data and systems quality
  • Work closely with our data engineers to develop and improve extensive batch data pipelines
  • Be an integral part of multi-functional agile teams, continuously experimenting and iterating to deliver new product objectives
  • Thrive in an environment that supports your individual growth and provides you with ambitious tasks to take on
  • Mentor less experienced engineers, sharing your expertise and helping them grow professionally

Spotify provides a digital music streaming service that allows users to access millions of songs and podcasts from various artists and creators. Users can choose between a free plan, which is supported by ads, and a premium subscription that offers an ad-free experience along with features like offline listening and higher sound quality. This tiered model caters to different user preferences and budgets. Spotify generates revenue through subscription fees from premium users and advertising from the free tier. Unlike its competitors, Spotify stands out with its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, and personalized playlists. The company's goal is to connect listeners with a wide range of audio content while supporting artists and advertisers.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$3.1B

Headquarters

Stockholms kommun, Sweden

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Spotify's continuous innovation, such as the AI DJ and new podcast features, keeps the platform fresh and engaging for users.
  • The company's global reach and diverse content library provide ample opportunities for cultural impact and market expansion.
  • Spotify's dual revenue streams from subscriptions and advertising offer financial stability and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive music streaming market requires constant innovation to maintain user interest and market share.
  • Dependence on licensing agreements with music labels could lead to increased costs or content limitations.

What makes Spotify unique

  • Spotify's extensive music library and personalized playlists set it apart from competitors like Apple Music and Amazon Music.
  • The freemium model allows Spotify to cater to a wide range of users, from those who prefer free, ad-supported listening to those willing to pay for premium features.
  • Spotify's innovative features like AI DJ and podcast comment sections enhance user engagement and offer unique experiences not commonly found on other platforms.

Benefits

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse

Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents

Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs

Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success

All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub

Spotify On Tour, join your colleagues on trips to industry festivals and events

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