Backend Engineer, Podcast

Build reliable backend services that power how creator content is ingested, processed, and distributed across Spotify at massive scale

Contribute to the development and evolution of the Distribution API, enabling seamless integration for creators and partners

Expand ingestion pipelines to support new and emerging forms of creator content

Build APIs and backend systems that enable AI-driven experiences and interactions across Spotify’s creator platform

Collaborate with product managers, partner teams, and stakeholders to deliver platform capabilities used across Spotify and by external partners

Participate in on-call and goalie rotations to ensure system reliability and performance

Work with senior engineers to design scalable systems supporting millions of creators and pieces of content

You have professional experience building backend systems, with strong experience in Java, and familiarity with JavaScript or Ruby on Rails.

You have hands-on experience working with cloud platforms such as GCP or AWS, along with relational databases like MySQL.

You have an understanding of platform and distributed systems, and experience building APIs or services that operate at scale. Full stack experience is a plus.

You are highly adaptable and enjoy picking up new technologies, moving confidently across different parts of systems and tech stacks.

You are comfortable using AI-powered developer tools such as Claude as part of your development workflow to learn new technologies, accelerate development, and solve complex problems.

You thrive in fast-moving environments, handle change with ease, and communicate clearly with teammates and external partners.

This role is based in The U.S. 

We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best!