FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of the Backend Engineer in this role?
The primary responsibility is to design, develop, and deploy backend services focused on high availability, low latency, and scalability.
What technologies should I be familiar with for this position?
You should be fluent with Git, BigQuery, Grafana, JUnit, and PagerDuty, and comfortable working with Java code.
Will I be required to participate in an on-call rotation?
Yes, taking operational responsibility for the services owned by your team includes participating in an on-call rotation.
What kind of teams will I be working with?
You will be working in autonomous, cross-functional teams that take full responsibility for their part of the Spotify ecosystem.
How does Spotify support individual growth for its employees?
Spotify supports individual growth by providing an environment conducive to personal development and by encouraging continuous improvement and innovation.
Is there an emphasis on best engineering practices in this role?
Yes, there is a strong emphasis on sound engineering practices like continuous delivery and automated testing.
Where is this role located?
This role is based in London, but offers flexibility for remote work.
What is Spotify’s stance on diversity and inclusion?
Spotify is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce, believing that a variety of voices leads to innovation and success.
What is the company’s mission?
Spotify's mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by allowing a million creative artists to live off their art and enabling billions of fans to enjoy and be passionate about those creators.
Does Spotify offer reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process?
Yes, Spotify is dedicated to making the recruitment process accessible and provides support for reasonable accommodations if needed during the application or interview process.