Backend Engineer - Payments & Entitlements

SoundCloud, the artist-first music platform with over 400 million tracks, is seeking a Mid-Level Backend Engineer to join their Payments & Entitlements team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of music streaming payments and subscriptions across multiple platforms.

The position involves building and maintaining critical systems that power subscriptions and purchases across iOS, Android, and web platforms. You'll work with modern technologies including Go, Ruby, and MySQL, while leveraging cloud infrastructure through GCP, AWS, and Kubernetes. The role combines technical challenges with business impact, as you'll be responsible for creating seamless checkout experiences and integrating with various payment vendors.

SoundCloud offers an attractive work environment with a hybrid work model and offices in major cities including Berlin, New York, Los Angeles, and London. The company provides comprehensive benefits including relocation support, equity through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, professional development opportunities, and a flexible vacation policy with up to 35 days PTO annually.

The ideal candidate will bring strong backend development experience, particularly with Go or Ruby, and a solid understanding of REST APIs, webhooks, and database design. You'll be part of a diverse, inclusive team that values collaboration and innovation, working on projects that directly impact millions of users worldwide.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for growth in a company that's at the forefront of music technology, offering the chance to work on challenging technical problems while contributing to the future of music distribution and artist empowerment. The company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with its focus on professional development and work-life balance, makes it an attractive destination for engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the music industry.