Backend Engineer - Platform

What You'll Do

• Contribute directly to Spotify’s monorepo migration by building and evolving core tooling and infrastructure
• Solve complex integration challenges across CI/CD systems, dependency management, and developer workflows
• Maintain and enhance high-impact internal platforms such as Fleetshift and Production Policy Enforcer during the transition away from legacy systems
• Design and implement reliable, testable, and maintainable backend systems, primarily in Java
• Own end-to-end solutions from technical design through delivery and operational excellence
• Lead smaller technical initiatives within the squad, coordinating efforts and driving alignment to completion
• Partner closely with stakeholders across the Platform Mission to ensure our monorepo strategy meets the diverse needs of Spotify’s engineering community
• Reduce developer toil by automating workflows and enabling scalable, self-service infrastructure

Who You Are

• You have experience building backend systems in modern programming languages such as Java
• You are comfortable working across multiple systems and navigating complex distributed architectures
• You know how to independently drive scoped technical problems from design through implementation
• You care deeply about developer experience, automation, and reducing friction for other engineers
• You are experienced with infrastructure, DevOps, or cloud-native environments such as Google Cloud Platform or Kubernetes
• You take a collaborative approach and prioritize squad success over individual recognition
• You approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, viewing setbacks as learning opportunities
• You understand how technical decisions impact the broader engineering organization and strive to build scalable, long-term solutions

Where You'll Be

• This role is based in Toronto.
• 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.