Role Overview
Soundcloud71 is hiring a mid-level Backend Engineer - Media Streaming. This is a full-time role in Berlin, London. Part of Soundcloud71's Backend hiring, posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Salary Context
Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Backend roles is $135k-$165k (based on 12 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.
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Job description
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Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute to building, scaling and maintaining backend APIs and services that serve millions of users
- Collaborate closely with Android, iOS, web, and full-stack engineers to deliver seamless end-to-end media experiences
- Ensure performance, scalability, and maintainability of SoundCloud’s services
- Debug complex issues across systems, ensuring a consistent experience for users globally
- Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and roadmap planning
- Be part of on-call rotation to ensure the reliability and availability of SoundCloud’s systems
Experience and Background:
- 4+ years of experience in building and operating large-scale backend or distributed systems
- Proficiency in Go
- Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform
- Experience with cloud-native environments such as AWS or GCP
- Experience with microservices, SQL/NoSQL databases, and container technologies
- You care about the craft of software engineering: continuous delivery, defensive programming, automated testing, clean code principles
- You have a strong sense of ownership and are comfortable navigating ambiguity in fast-moving environments
- You bring a humble attitude, an eagerness to help your colleagues, and a desire to do whatever it takes to make the team succeed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience designing APIs and backend services consumed by multiple client platforms
- Experience with Scala or other functional programming languages
- Knowledge of API communication patterns (e.g., gRPC, GraphQL)
- Exposure to media streaming, playback, audio engineering or adjacent domains
- Familiarity with audio/video codecs, streaming protocols (HLS, DASH), and transport container technologies
- Experience using AI-assisted development tools and a strong intuition for their strengths, weaknesses, and emerging opportunities
About us:
- We are a multinational company with offices in the US (New York and Los Angeles), Germany (Berlin), and the UK (London)
- We provide a flexible work culture that offers the opportunity to collaborate and connect in person at our offices as well as accommodating work from home
- We are deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels of our organization and fostering a community where everyone’s voice, perspective and experience is respected and heard.
- We believe a strong team is made by investing in employees through mentorship, workshops and enrichment opportunities
Benefits:
- Interested in a gym membership, photography course or book? We have a Creativity and Wellness benefit!
- Employee Equity Plan
- Generous professional development allowance
- Flexible vacation and public holiday policy where you can take up to 35 days of PTO annually
- Various snacks, goodies, and 2 free lunches weekly when at the office
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at SoundCloud
SoundCloud is for everyone. Diversity and open expression are fundamental to our organization; they help us lead what’s next in music by understanding and empowering our creators and fans, no matter their identity. We acknowledge the challenges in the music industry, and strive to influence an inclusive culture where everyone can contribute respectfully and thrive, especially the historically marginalized communities that many of our creators, fans and SoundClouders identify with. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment at SoundCloud for everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, migration background, national origin, age, disability status, or care-giver status.
At SoundCloud you can find your community or elevate your allyship by joining a Diversity Resource Group. Diversity Resource Groups are employee-organized groups focused on supporting and promoting the interests of a particular underrepresented community in order to build a more inclusive culture at SoundCloud. Anyone can join, whether you share the identity or strive to be an ally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Backend Engineer - Media Streaming position at Soundcloud71?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Soundcloud71. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Backend Engineer - Media Streaming position at Soundcloud71 located?
This position is based in Berlin, London. Soundcloud71 has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Backend Engineer - Media Streaming at Soundcloud71 earn?
Soundcloud71 has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Backend Engineer - Media Streaming role at Soundcloud71 posted?
This role was posted on July 8, 2026 (yesterday). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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