Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Posted on 9/20/2024

Acast

Acast

201-500 employees

Podcast platform for creators and advertisers

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in UK

Can be anywhere within the UK; office located in the east of London.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Node.js
TypeScript
AWS
Requirements
  • You are interested in learning or have experience with Node.js/Typescript
  • You have experience in building cloud native infrastructure on AWS.
  • You have extensive experience delivering solutions on AWS infrastructure.
  • You can join in conversations immediately about our current use of AWS and in the short term help identify improvements and efficiencies.
  • You have a pragmatic mindset and can make trade-offs on what to optimise for and when to ship
  • You are keen to mentor others in the technical aspects you are already an expert in and you value working in a diverse team with developers of all experience and backgrounds.
  • You value other people’s input no matter their experience level.
Responsibilities
  • Work in an autonomous, purpose driven team and take an important role in shipping new features while continuously increasing efficiency, stability and scalability of the systems.
  • Contribute with backend development within your team and understand and contribute to other parts of the stack.
  • Work in a multi-disciplinary environment with agile principles.
  • Run infrastructure and systems on AWS.
  • Use AWS infrastructure to deliver the functionality of the audio delivery platform team.
  • Help other teams be more efficient in their use of AWS infrastructure.

Acast provides a platform for podcast creators and advertisers to connect with a global audience. The company offers tools and services that enable podcasters to host, distribute, and monetize their content effectively. Acast's business model includes earning revenue through a share of the advertising income generated on its platform and by charging subscription fees for premium services offered to podcasters. Unlike many competitors, Acast focuses on creating a fair and open podcasting ecosystem that benefits both creators and advertisers. The goal of Acast is to support the growth of the podcasting industry by ensuring that all participants can thrive.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$92.5M

Headquarters

Stockholms kommun, Sweden

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acast's multilingual expansion can significantly increase its global audience reach.
  • The partnership with Indigenous Screen Office diversifies Acast's content offerings.
  • Acast's multichannel advertising boosts podcast visibility in traditional media.

What critics are saying

  • Integration with Wonder Media Network may lead to operational inefficiencies.
  • AI-powered brand safety tools could face privacy and regulatory challenges.
  • Cultural challenges may arise from Acast's expansion into non-English speaking markets.

What makes Acast unique

  • Acast offers a unique platform combining podcast hosting, distribution, and monetization.
  • The acquisition of Wonder Media Network enhances Acast's creative content capabilities.
  • Acast's AI-powered brand safety tools set it apart in podcast advertising.

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