Backend Engineer - Content Platform

Spotify, the world's leading audio streaming platform, is seeking a Backend Engineer to join their Content Platform team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on systems that impact millions of users globally. As a senior team member, you'll be responsible for designing and developing high-availability, scalable backend services using Java and other technologies. The position combines technical expertise with collaborative teamwork, offering regular opportunities for innovation through hack days and continuous learning.

The role is perfect for experienced engineers who are passionate about distributed systems and want to make a significant impact on how people experience music and podcasts worldwide. You'll work in an autonomous, agile team environment where you'll have the freedom to innovate while taking full responsibility for your components, from development to deployment and monitoring.

Spotify offers a flexible, hybrid work environment split between office and remote work, with locations in either London or Stockholm. The company culture strongly emphasizes personal growth, providing various learning opportunities through internal training, reading groups, and hack time. You'll be part of a diverse, inclusive workplace that values different perspectives and backgrounds.

The position requires strong technical skills in Java, database systems, and modern infrastructure, combined with a collaborative mindset and passion for clean code and best practices. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to systems that serve millions of users, making this an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to work at scale while maintaining work-life balance.