Senior Software Development Engineer
JioStar · Greater Bengaluru Area
Tailor my CV for this job — freeYou will build robust backend systems, services, and APIs that support SDK adoption, integration, and lifecycle management, while working closely with the broader player engineering teams to enable this migration. This role offers a unique opportunity to solve complex technical challenges at the intersection of backend platforms, video playback and SDK architecture while delivering impact to millions of users. Join us in shaping the next generation of our video platform through innovation, scalability, and engineering excellence.About the Team:Join the team responsible for delivering world-class video playback experiences to millions of users across Desktop, Mobile Web, Smart TVs, and emerging connected devices. You'll build the backend services, APIs, and platform capabilities that enable seamless SDK integration, configuration, lifecycle management, and adoption across diverse client platforms. Working closely with the broader Player engineering teams, you'll help shape the architecture and technology that powers the next generation of video playback at JioHotstar, serving millions of users every day.Key responsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end development of backend capabilities that enable the migration of the existing video player into a scalable, extensible SDKDesign and implement robust APIs, services, and platform components that support SDK integration, configuration, lifecycle management, and adoptionDevelop scalable, reliable solutions for supporting player functionality across multiple client platforms and device ecosystemsCollaborate closely with Player engineers, product managers, and platform teams to define requirements, architecture, and migration strategiesBuild monitoring, observability, and operational frameworks to ensure the reliability, performance, and health of SDK-enabled player servicesOptimize backend workflows and services for performance, scalability, cost, and latency while maintaining high reliability standardsMentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing through documentation and technical discussionsDrive continuous improvement through profiling, monitoring, architecture evolution, and iterative optimization of the platformSkills and attributes for success:4+ years of professional software engineering experience, with strong experience building backend services and production-grade systemsExpert-level proficiency in at least one of: Python, or C++ with strong software engineering fundamentalsHands-on experience designing, building, and operating scalable backend services and APIs in production environmentsSolid understanding of video playback technologies, including streaming protocols, player architecture, and client-server interactions, or a strong willingness to learn and develop expertise in these areasExperience with large-scale distributed systems, microservices, and cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP)Proficiency with backend engineering technologies such as REST/gRPC APIs, databases, caching, messaging systems, and observability frameworksExperience building platforms or SDK-enabling services that support multiple clients, platforms, or product integrationsUnderstanding of performance, scalability, reliability, and operational considerations when building high-traffic servicesExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to take ownership of complex technical challengesStrong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, product, and platformteamsPreferred education and experience:Bachelors/master's in computer science or a related field with 4 to 7 years of professional experienceBE/B.Tech in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent. MS or PhD a plusAbout JioStarPerched at the nucleus of spellbinding content and innovative technology, JioStar is a leading global media &entertainment company that is reimagining the way audiences consume entertainment and sports. Its televisionnetwork and streaming service together reach more than 750 million viewers every week, igniting the dreams andaspirations of hundreds of million people across geographies.JioStar is an equal opportunity employer. The company values diversity and its mission is to create a workplace whereeveryone can bring their authentic selves to work. The company ensures that the work environment is free from anydiscrimination against persons with disabilities, gender, gender identity and any other characteristics or status that islegally protected.