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Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

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Suno

Suno

51-200 employees

Platform for music creation and collaboration

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$170k - $240kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Senior, Expert

Boston, MA, USA

Applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
React.js
Apache Kafka
Postgres
TypeScript
Redis
Next.js
Requirements
  • 7+ years backend or full-stack experience is preferred
  • A generalist, get-it-done attitude coupled with areas of technical depth
  • Experience with distributed systems, datastores, and consumer scale in production (Postgres, Redis, Kafka, data warehouses, etc…)
  • Web experience (React, Typescript, NextJS) is a plus
  • An obsession with great user experiences, iterating & learning rapidly, and working hard
  • Technical leadership or management experience is a plus
  • A love of music (listening, exploring, making) is a huge plus
  • Applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
Responsibilities
  • Build Suno’s apps for creating, exploring, and listening to music
  • Architect and build services to handle massive consumer traffic, data, and usage
  • Design systems that are performant, scalable, and easy to observe

Suno.com provides a platform for music creation that is accessible to everyone, regardless of their musical skills or experience. Users can create music using various tools and features available on the site. The platform operates on a freemium model, allowing users to access basic features for free while offering premium features for a fee. This approach enables Suno to cater to a wide audience, from professional musicians to casual music lovers. Unlike many competitors, Suno focuses on making music creation easy and enjoyable for all, encouraging creativity without the need for extensive training or background in music. The company's goal is to democratize music creation, making it possible for anyone to express themselves through music.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$121.6M

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

100%

1 year growth

200%

2 year growth

200%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Suno's recent launch of a mobile app expands its reach, potentially putting a virtual music studio in millions of pockets worldwide.
  • The company's innovative AI technology has the potential to revolutionize the music industry by making music creation accessible to everyone, regardless of their musical background.
  • Partnerships and premium subscriptions provide multiple revenue streams, enhancing financial stability and growth prospects.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing lawsuits from major record labels pose significant legal and financial risks, potentially stifling innovation and growth.
  • The competitive landscape in AI-driven music technology is heating up, with other startups and established companies entering the space.

What makes Suno unique

  • Suno democratizes music creation by enabling users to generate professional-quality music from simple text prompts, a unique offering in the music tech industry.
  • Their freemium business model allows broad accessibility while monetizing through premium features and partnerships, unlike competitors who may rely solely on subscription fees.
  • Suno's focus on AI-driven music generation sets it apart from traditional music creation tools, offering a novel approach to music production.