Senior Software Engineer (12-month FTC)

Live Nation Entertainment's Universe division is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Sydney. Universe is a leader in online ticketing, powering events from intimate venues to massive experiences for renowned artists like Disney, BBC Earth, and BTS. The role involves working with modern technologies including NextJS, TypeScript, Kafka, and Go to build scalable ticketing solutions.

The position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative, global engineering team of over 40 people, using cutting-edge technology stack while maintaining independence despite being part of Ticketmaster. The successful candidate will contribute to modernizing the platform from Rails to Node.js and Next.js, handling complex scaling challenges and high-traffic volumes.

The role requires strong technical expertise, ability to work autonomously, and excellent communication skills for collaborating across global teams. Benefits include free concert tickets, healthcare, retirement benefits, student loan repayment, and generous leave policies. The company is recognized as a Great Place to Work® and offers significant opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading entertainment technology company, working on challenging technical problems while helping to shape the future of global ticketing systems. The position offers both technical growth and the chance to impact millions of live entertainment fans worldwide.