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Backend Software Engineer IV
Duration:
9 months
Location:
Remote
Job Summary:
We are seeking a senior Backend Software Engineer to join our Media team, working closely with Horizon TV and Horizon Media Player. The ideal candidate will have strong backend development skills in one or more server-side languages (e.g., PHP, Java, Go, C/C++), with experience building reliable, scalable services. Candidates with AWS experience, video/media and CDN background are strongly preferred. The candidate will drive technical direction within their area, mentor junior engineers, and work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimize backend systems that power media applications at scale.
Job Responsibilities:
Design and develop backend services and APIs using server-side languages such as PHP, Java, Go, or C/C++, supporting media-related applications
Drive technical direction and architecture decisions for backend systems
Debug complex backend systems to identify and fix issues impacting performance, reliability, and scalability
Implement best practices for operational excellence, ensuring reliability, scalability, and maintainability
Develop monitoring and alerting systems to detect issues before they become critical
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend, media, and infrastructure engineers
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers
Troubleshoot production issues and make system changes as needed to resolve them
Skills:
Proficiency in one or more server-side languages (PHP, Java, Go, C/C++); PHP experience is a plus
Strong understanding of backend engineering principles: APIs, data modeling, caching, queuing
Experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a must
Experience with CDN architecture and optimization (e.g., 4K/8K video delivery, cache strategies, edge computing) is a must
Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle
Ability to drive technical decisions and influence engineering direction
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently
Experience with AI development tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) and an AI-native mindset-using AI to multiply efforts in coding, debugging, and cross-disciplinary work-is a plus
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or relevant field required
7+ years of experience in backend software engineering; video/media or CDN domain experience is a plus
Languages
- English
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