Senior Software Engineer

PlayOn is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to build and scale systems powering web experiences used by millions of high school sports fans. This role is embedded in a product development team and combines strong backend delivery ownership with hands‑on implementation of AI‑driven, agentic development workflows.You’llfocus primarily on backend architecture and delivery, partnering closely with product andengineeringteams to apply AI‑driven automation that improves flow from product vision through implementation and delivery while increasing speed and software quality.The outcomesyou’lldeliverBuild,maintain, and improve APIs and services powering public‑facing applicationsDeliver performant, reliable backend solutions aligned to product requirementsDrive backend architecture and API design decisions that improve scalability, resiliency, and maintainabilityLead modernization efforts, including migrations, framework/runtime upgrades, and technical debt reductionImprove site stability through proactive monitoring, incident response, and operational hardeningIncrease engineering efficiency and quality through practical AI‑driven workflows and measurable improvements in cycle time, defect reduction, and release confidenceIn this role, you can expect toDevelop modern backend services using C# .NET, SQL, and AWSOwn features end-to-end: architecture and design, implementation, testing,observability, and operational readinessPlan and execute backend migrations, platform upgrades, and modernization initiatives with minimal riskOptimizeandmonitorPostgreSQL workloads, including query performance, indexing, and database health trendsBuild and refine agentic workflows integrated with issue tracking, source control,development,CI/CD,and automated testingCollaborate with product managers, designers, frontend engineers, system engineers, and SREs to deliver production outcomesTroubleshoot complex production issues and improve long‑term reliability and maintainabilityTo thrive in this role, you have5+ years of professional software engineering experience, including backend web application developmentProven hands‑on experience implementing AI‑driven / agentic software development workflows (beyond basic AI‑assisted coding)Strongexpertisein C# .NET, SQL, REST APIs, backend architecture, and service designHands‑on experience with the design, deployment, and operational management of AWS‑based solutionsDemonstrated experience with backend performance tuning, production stability, and operational ownershipSolid PostgreSQL experience, including query tuning, indexing, and performance monitoringExperience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and Git/GitHub workflowsAbility to work effectively in a collaborative, agile, team‑oriented environmentBachelor’s in Computer Scienceor equivalent experience preferred NICE TO HAVESFrontend development experience and interest in applying AI‑driven automation to frontend workflowsProficiencywith load testing,observability, and reliability engineering practicesFamiliarity with CDNs such as CloudFront, Akamai, or FastlyExperience working onhigh‑traffic public‑facing websitesKnowledge of or interest in sports, sports management, and statisticsHow You PlayOwnership over Participation – You take responsibility for achieving holistic outcomes, prioritize key objectives, and adapt quickly when situations require a different approach. You follow through even against the toughest challenges.Team over Stars – You are a bridge builder, establishing processes and relationships with teams outside your own. You work to rally around common goals, find win‑win solutions, compromise when necessary, and help others succeed.Growth over Comfort – You are driven by a desire to grow and actively seek opportunities to expand your comfort zone, skills, and confidence. You embrace new challenges with curiosity, accepting discomfort and failure as opportunities to learn.Fairness over Popularity – You approach decisions with a scientist’s mindset, challenging your assumptions and remaining objective. You consider long‑term impact rather than relying on short‑term gains, proactively seek others’ perspectives, and manage emotions in decision‑making.#J-18808-Ljbffr