spotify - Senior Backend Engineer - Commerce Platform
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Requirements
• You have 5+ years of experience building backend services using languages like Python, Java, or similar • You are experienced in designing and scaling systems on cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform or AWS • You have worked with scalable database technologies such as Postgres or similar • You bring a high level of AI fluency and thoughtfully use modern tools, including LLMs, to improve workflows and problem-solving • You approach problems with curiosity, sound judgment, and a bias toward action • You communicate clearly and confidently, and are comfortable leading technical discussions and sharing ideas • You value collaboration and actively contribute to a supportive, inclusive team environment • You have experience modernizing or evolving legacy systems while maintaining stability • You have exposure to commerce, payments, or financial systems • ## Where You'll Be • This role is based in London or Stockholm • We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home. • At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We have ways to request reasonable accommodations during the interview process and help assist in what you need. If you need accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know - we’re here to support you in any way we can.
Responsibilities
• Design and build scalable backend systems that power Spotify’s internal commerce platform • Develop and evolve services and data pipelines supporting invoicing, receipts, and payment flows • Work on complex, high-scale distributed systems that handle millions of transactions daily • Collaborate with cross-functional partners across engineering, product, and data to deliver seamless user experiences • Contribute to architectural decisions that shape the future of Spotify’s commerce ecosystem • Improve system performance, reliability, and observability across services • Participate in technical deep dives, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing within the engineering community
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