ART19, an Amazon company, is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to join their team working on their leading audio platform. This role focuses on building and maintaining podcast hosting and ad serving infrastructure using Ruby on Rails. The position offers an opportunity to work on technology that powers hundreds of millions of podcast downloads monthly for major shows and networks.
As an SDE II, you'll be an end-to-end owner responsible for solving complex problems across the podcast ecosystem. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy software solutions while maintaining high standards for code quality. The role involves working with Ruby on Rails, building RESTful APIs, and utilizing modern development practices including test-driven development.
The team values work-life harmony and fosters an environment of knowledge sharing and mentorship. You'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that serve major podcast networks like Wondery, CBS News, and NBC Universal. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $129,300 to $223,600 based on location, plus additional benefits and equity opportunities.
Key responsibilities include building and scaling podcast hosting infrastructure, implementing ad serving capabilities, and contributing to the development of best-in-class tools for podcast creators. You'll work in a collaborative environment with other engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business needs.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Ruby on Rails, database modeling, API development, and automated testing. You'll be joining a team that prioritizes technical excellence, continuous learning, and delivering value to customers in the rapidly growing podcast industry.