The Role
Design and develop scalable Java backend services and APIs, collaborate with data teams to build data pipelines (Scio/Storm/Spark) on GCP, ensure code quality via TDD and CI, operate high-volume distributed systems, and partner with product, data science, and research to inform ad-product decisions.
Summary Generated by Built In
Our mission on the Advertising Product & Technology team is to build a next generation advertising platform that aligns with our unique value proposition for audio and video. We work to scale the user experience for hundreds of millions of fans and hundreds of thousands of advertisers. This scale brings unique challenges as well as tremendous opportunities for our artists and creators.
We're seeking a talented Backend engineer (with some data engineering experience as a bonus) to join our team at Spotify, where you'll collaborate with internal customers to design scalable backend services, data pipelines, and APIs that meet their needs. You'll contribute to high-impact projects powering our ad services, scaling distributed systems, and continuously improving our engineering practices. As someone who shares our passion for building innovative ad experiences, you'll have a direct impact on how the world uses Spotify.
What You'll Do
- Design and develop scalable backend systems and APIs using Java services
- Collaborate with Data Scientists and or Data Engineers to build and maintain complex data pipelines using frameworks like Scio, Storm, Spark, and Google Cloud Platform
- Develop expertise in testing practices, including TDD and integration testing
- Ensure high-quality code through automated testing and continuous integration
- Lead high-performance Java service development and operations for millions of users
- Partner with Data Scientists and User Researchers to understand user needs and inform product decisions
Who You Are
- You are a highly motivated and communicative engineer who is passionate about collaborating on difficult engineering problems.
- You are an experienced Backend Engineer with 3+ years of working experience, passionate about delivering high-quality code
- You are proficient in Java, with a desire to expand knowledge into additional languages like Scala
- You are a strong advocate for code quality, testing, and automation
- You have experience with distributed systems, high-volume services, production deployment, big data processing technologies, and system design
- You are familiar with APIs, stakeholders, and agile methodologies
- Knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and software engineering principles
- Understanding of end-user experience, quality, and modern engineering practices
- Collaborative attitude with a strong desire to work with others and make a difference
- Passionate about delivering high-quality code, iterating quickly, and experimenting with new ideas
- Believes data is a powerful tool for informed decision-making
Where You'll Be
- We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! For this role, it can be within the North America region in which we have a work location.
- This team operates within the Eastern Standard time zone for collaboration
The United States base range for this position is $132,949.00 - 189,927.00, plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, monthly meal allowance, 23 paid days off, 13 paid flexible holidays. This range encompasses multiple levels. Leveling is determined during the interview process. Placement in a level depends on relevant work history and interview performance. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what’s playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens.
At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We have ways to request reasonable accommodations during the interview process and help assist in what you need. If you need accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know - we’re here to support you in any way we can.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of backend engineering experience
- Proficient in Java
- Experience with distributed systems, high-volume services, and production deployment
- Experience with testing practices including TDD, integration testing, automated testing, and continuous integration
- Experience building or collaborating on data pipelines and big data processing technologies (Scio, Storm, Spark) on Google Cloud Platform
- Familiarity with APIs, agile methodologies, and stakeholder collaboration
- Knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and software engineering principles
- Strong communication and collaborative skills
- Desire/ability to learn additional languages such as Scala
Spotify Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Spotify and has not been reviewed or approved by Spotify.
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Flexible Benefits — Employees consistently praise the total compensation package beyond base salary, highlighting a mix of RSUs, cash incentives, and stipends alongside core pay. The package is described as flexible and customizable through equity choices (e.g., RSUs, options, cash) that can be tailored for long-term wealth building.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are repeatedly highlighted as substantial, including generous vacation, paid sick days, volunteer time, and flexible holidays. These policies are framed as a meaningful part of the overall rewards experience beyond salary.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and mental health support. Additional employer contributions to HSAs are cited as strengthening the overall health and wellness value proposition.
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What We Do
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