Senior Software Development Engineer - Rails ART19 - ...

Description--About ART19--We're pioneering the future of podcast technology, serving hundreds of millions of downloads monthly for the industry's most influential shows. Our platform provides chosting, distribution, and ad-serving solutions that power content from major networks like Wondery, PodcastOne, and Dear Media. We're proud to support shows like "How I Built This", "Morbid," and "New Heights" through our innovative technology solutions.--The Role--As podcasting continues its explosive growth, we're seeking senior software development engineer who is passionate about problem solving to help shape the industry's evolution. You'll tackle complex technical challenges at massive scale while maintaining the highest standards of code quality and system reliability.A day in the life--What you’ll do--Lead the architectural design and implementation of large-scale podcast hosting and advertising systemsDrive technical innovation through emerging technologies, including AI and machine learningCollaborate directly with customers to understand their needs and deliver impactful solutionsMentor and develop other engineers while fostering a culture of technical excellenceOwn end-to-end delivery of critical features from conception to deploymentParticipate in technical decision-making that shapes the future of podcast technologyInfluence product roadmap and resource allocation--Your impact--Define and implement multi-year technical strategies that scale with our rapid growthBuild robust, maintainable systems that process millions of requests dailyCreate innovative solutions that push the boundaries of podcast advertising technologyEstablish engineering best practices that emphasize quality, reliability, and securityAbout the team--Our engineering culture--We emphasize focused, distraction-free development timeWe practice test-driven development and iterative releasesWe believe in work-life harmony and sustainable paceWe invest heavily in mentorship and career growthWe encourage experimentation and calculated risk-takingWe maintain high standards for code quality and technical excellencePursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Basic Qualifications5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experienceExperience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering teamDeep expertise in Ruby on Rails and RubyGemsStrong experience with RSpec and test-driven developmentProven track record with Active Record and complex data modelingExperience building and scaling RESTful APIs, and familiarity with JSON:API specification.Advanced knowledge of Git and collaborative development workflowsComprehensive knowledge of patterns such as MVC, Mocking, and Object Oriented Programming.Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with other teams such as product and design to deliver high-quality software on time and on target.Continuously enjoy staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices in software development.Preferred Qualifications3+ years experience developing scalable web applications using Ruby on Rails.Experience using GitLab CI/CD for continuous integration and delivery.Knowledge of infrastructure as code and experience using Terraform to define, provision and manage infrastructure.Experience utilizing AWS services to build and deploy applications in the cloud.Background in media technology or advertising platformsAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $261,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-23