Backend Software Engineer

Job Description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we're missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.
Apply and join our team as a Backend Software Engineer!
What do we do:
Our engineers build platforms that serve millions of users worldwide. Current projects include:
• Content management & delivery systems for ingesting and distributing streaming content globally.
• User management & personalization platforms for identity, profiles, and recommendations.
• Event collection & processing pipelines for analytics and real-time features.
• Emerging platforms for next-generation streaming experiences.
Tech stack:
• Languages & Frameworks: Java, Kotlin, Spring Boot (Go is a plus)
• Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS or GCP, Docker, Kubernetes/ECS
• Data & Messaging: Kafka, relational and NoSQL databases
• CI/CD & Testing: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, JUnit, Mockito
• Monitoring: New Relic
How we work:
• Autonomy & Ownership: Teams influence architectural and technology decisions.
• Agile principles: Scrum/Kanban to deliver iteratively and adapt quickly.
• Quality focus: Automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and thoughtful code reviews.
• Global collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across the US on Paramount+ and Pluto TV initiatives.
Who we are looking for:
We're looking for engineers who think beyond code and want to contribute to product direction, teamwork, and shared success.
• Will provide support for less experienced engineers - knowledge sharing matters to us,
• Stay curious and keep up with modern backend technologies,
• Want to understand the bigger picture, not just the ticket in front of them,
• Are eager to learn and grow into highly independent, well-rounded engineers,
• Actively participate in technical and product decision-making,
• Enjoy collaborative teamwork and open communication,
• Understand business context and act as true partners to product teams,
• Communicate clearly and comfortably in English.
Technical requirements:
Instead of a strict year count, we focus on capability and maturity. We're looking for someone who has:
• Solid professional experience building backend systems (enough to work independently and make sound engineering decisions),
• Strong knowledge of Java and its ecosystem (Spring),
• Experience working in globally distributed teams or across time zones.
We offer:
• Employment contract,
• Multisport card + private medical care,
• Access to e-learning and self-development platforms,
• Office library,
• English language lessons,
• We participate in and speak at conferences, also join/ run public meet-ups,
• In-house activities: tech talks, hackathons,
• You can use 10% of your working time to pursue your personal development, and side projects,
• Active global inclusion and CSR groups,
• Well located, modern office with lots of amenities – adjustable desks, electronics toolkit, 3D printer ready for you to use, pool table, console, table tennis, massage chair.
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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ve7mz0-216-73-216-222-42 in your application.