Sr Software Engineer (Skywalker Sound)

Overview As a Senior Software Engineer, you will lead the development of tools for next-gen audio post-production and media distribution. You’ll shape the software stack across application development, cloud, and security while collaborating with master audio content creators. You drive architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and tackle performance and scalability in a cloud-native environment. This role offers impact by advancing tools that bridge content creation with audience experience, in a hybrid SF Bay Area setting. Compensation / Benefitsbonus and/or long-term incentive unitsmedical benefitshybrid on-site workcareer growth opportunities ResponsibilitiesLead the software development lifecycle for media pipeline componentsMentor junior and mid-level engineersDrive technical roadmap and architectural decisions for major componentsImplement and maintain secure coding practicesDiagnose and resolve performance and scalability issues in a cloud-native environmentManage multiple projects in parallel with high-quality codeResearch and incorporate state-of-the-art approachesCollaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into technical specsWork with team members on shared libraries and code responsibilities Key requirements5+ years designing and implementing audio and video post-production workflowsProficiency with Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, C/C++, and PythonExperience with build systems: Docker, Makefile, CMake, TaskfileFull stack development and secure programmingKnowledge of CI and test automation tools (Go Test, Google Test, PyTest)Expertise in KubernetesStrong object-oriented programming and design patternsExperience in database design (relational and in-memory)Familiarity with open-source and cloud-based workflows, message brokers, and serverless techAPI architecture with REST and gRPCStrong communication and organizational skillsstrong communicationdetail orientationability to manage multiple tasks efficientlyGoJavaScript/TypeScriptC/C++