Backend Engineer (SDE 2) - Contract

Join a global digital content leader as a Backend Software Development Engineer on a 6-month contract. Lead the development of high-impact backend solutions for a large-scale OTT platform, collaborating on feature delivery and system reliability.

Key Information

• Location Model: Remote
• Location Details: N/A
• Salary Range: N/A
• Years Experience Min: 5+ years
• Employment Type: Full-Time Contract
• Company Industry: Digital Content / OTT Platform
• Visa Sponsorship: No
• Relocation Assistance: No
• Working Hours: N/A

Technical Stack

• Core (Must-Have):
  • Node.js / Golang / Rust (Proficiency in at least one)
  • MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch
  • AWS services
• Nice-to-Have:
  • CI/CD tools
  • DevOps practices

Role & Responsibilities

• Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and deliver backend and underlying software components.
  • Execute project plans and roadmap, including new features and migrations.
  • Take end-to-end responsibility for features.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and product managers.
  • Participate in team on-call activities.
• Must-Have Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of backend development experience.
  • Proficiency in Node.js/Golang/Rust.
  • Experience with specified databases and AWS.
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
  • Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.
• Nice-to-Have Qualifications:
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.
  • OTT platform experience.

Company & Culture

• Benefits Highlights:
  • N/A (Contract role, benefits typically not provided)
• Potential Red Flags / Things to Note:
  • Contract duration is limited to 6 months.
  • Required participation in on-call rotation.
• Company Culture Snippets:
  • Enthusiasm for learning new technologies.