Backend Engineer - Version Control systems

Spotify, the leading music streaming platform serving 1 Billion customers, is seeking a Backend Engineer to join their Platform Developer Experience (PDX) Studio within the Platform Mission. This role focuses on developing and maintaining Spotify's Version Control System (VCS) Platform, which is crucial for supporting their extensive engineering operations.

The position offers an opportunity to work on scaling and improving the VCS platform that serves over 3,000 engineers and handles thousands of daily releases. As part of the team, you'll be responsible for architecting, developing, and operating services that enhance the developer experience, with a particular focus on local development workflows and system integration.

The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java development, with Node.js knowledge being a plus. Experience with Kubernetes and implementing large-scale systems is essential. The role requires someone who values iteration, standardization, and automation, with a strong focus on improving developer experience.

Working in London with a hybrid setup (3 days per week in office), you'll be part of a collaborative team that's tackling challenging technical problems at scale. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level engineer who wants to make a significant impact on developer productivity at one of the world's leading tech companies.

The role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, as you'll be involved in executing Spotify's future VCS Platform strategy while ensuring flawless developer experience at scale. You'll work closely with infrastructure teams across the company and take operational responsibility for the systems you develop.