Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Tubi

Senior Software Engineer developing backend systems and AI-driven solutions for Tubi's streaming platform. Collaborating on designing high-performance services with a focus on scale and security.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $186,400 - $266,300 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsElixirGRPCKubernetesMicroservices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement high-performance backend services in Elixir
Architect and evolve microservices and distributed systems in Kubernetes
Optimize systems for scale, resilience, observability, and security
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver pragmatic solutions to complex problems
Explore and integrate AI-based development tools into daily workflows
Work across service boundaries, own critical architecture/service design, and help evolve Tubi's backend system

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in Elixir or strong background in other backend or functional programming languages
Familiarity with gRPC/Protocol Buffers, RESTful API design, Kubernetes, and observability solutions
Experience designing distributed systems with clean APIs and modular components
System design and architecture skills with emphasis on reliability and performance
Experience with continuous delivery of software systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Annual discretionary bonus
Long-term incentive plan
Flexible Time off Policy
Parental Leave Program
Monthly wellness reimbursement

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Hard Skills & Tools

ElixirKubernetesgRPCProtocol BuffersRESTful API designdistributed systemssystem designarchitecturecontinuous deliveryobservability

Soft Skills

collaborationproblem-solvingcommunication