Hybrid Senior C++ Engineer – Platform Engineering

at Spotify

• Job title: Senior C++ Engineer – Platform Engineering
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Android, Java, Kotlin
• Location requirements: Hybrid, London, United Kingdom

About the role

• As an Android/C++ Engineer, contribute to improving the mobile app architecture at Spotify. Join a collaborative team to develop robust app systems for better features and user experience.

Responsibilities

• Join a collaborative and autonomous team of engineers dedicated to improving the mobile app architecture at Spotify
• Implement and maintain isolation strategies for SEM (Software Ecosystem Model) conformance within repositories and across multiple repositories, ensuring that systems are designed to be developed and tested in isolation to improve build performance and reduce interdependencies.
• Enable flawless interoperability between Kotlin/Java and C++ within the Android codebase, demonstrating modern language capabilities to enhance software development efficiency and maintainability.
• Use established service systems (from platform or in-house solutions) to manage application services and their lifecycles effectively, ensuring that services are robust, scalable, and maintainable.
• Guide the composition of the app by thoughtfully integrating and using features and building blocks sourced from various parts of the organization, with a focus on improving product quality through foundational building blocks.
• Promote sound engineering practices, drive work on technical strategy and roadmaps.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Android development (using Kotlin and Java) or C++ is required. Having expertise in both is a significant advantage. Candidates should demonstrate strong proficiency in at least one of these areas, along with some experience in the other, and a strong willingness to further deepen their knowledge.
• A great teammate who takes initiative and has the ability to see the bigger picture, especially when it comes to improving developer experience
• Strong understanding of software architecture and design principles
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with multi-functional teams
• Experience with modular codebases and code isolation strategies
• Knowledge of service-oriented architecture and lifecycle management

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Professional development opportunities