Senior Software Engineer, Backend (R50027338)

FOX
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, California, Los Angeles
Nov 23, 2024
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox Corporation Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world's leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking. JOB DESCRIPTION We are in search of a seasoned Senior Backend Software Engineer with a strong background in cloud services and to join our innovative technology team. The successful candidate will not only design and build powerful backend systems within AWS but also manage the infrastructure using code. With your deep knowledge of modern OO languages, along with your expertise in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or AWS CDK, you'll play a pivotal role in the AdRise Data Tech team. A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Create and manage backend services and APIs with a focus on high reliability, security, and scalability. Deploy and maintain cloud-based microservices using AWS, emphasizing containerization and orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes. Develop well-structured, efficient, and documented code in either Rust, Golang, or Python, tailored for a cloud environment. Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and system architects to ensure seamless integration of backend systems with other company infrastructure components. Lead the adoption and implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform, AWS CDK, or other relevant technologies. Guide junior engineers through mentorship and conduct thorough code reviews to uphold superior code quality and adherence to best practices. Fine-tune applications and systems for peak performance and scalability across the cloud platform. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges concerning backend efficiency and functionality. Keep up-to-date with emerging cloud technologies, service enhancements, and propose upgrades or changes to maintain a competitive edge. Partake in all phases of the software development life cycle, while also promoting DevOps and Agile methodologies within the backend team. WHAT YOU WILL NEED Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, with a Master's degree considered a plus. Experience in software development with a substantial focus on backend engineering. Demonstrable expertise with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and CloudFormation, along with a solid grasp of overall cloud service architecture. Proficiency in dynamic programming languages suited to high-performance applications: Rust, Golang, and Python. Skilled in modern RESTful API design and implementation. Experience with managing cloud infrastructure using code, utilizing tools such as Terraform, AWS CDK, or similar. Comprehensive knowledge of the full software development life cycle, with a strong grasp of DevOps culture and Agile practices. Proficient with a variety of database technologies, including both SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis). In-depth familiarity with CI/CD tools and workflows. Outstanding problem-solving skills with the ability to function independently or collaborate within a team setting. Exceptional communication abilities, both oral and written. #Ll-CC1 #Ll-Hybrid Learn more about Fox Tech at https://tech.fox.com #foxtech We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off. Click here to learn more about the diverse communities of people behind our brands. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $121,500.00-155,000.00 annually for California. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. View more detail about FOX Benefits.