Lead Software Engineer

The Role:

As a Lead Software Engineer you will be joining ourVideo Entertainment team, and will play a pivotal role in developing and enhancing our Solutions and products. You'll work as part of a dynamic and cross-functional team to ensure the seamless delivery of high-quality Deliverables. You will work on the latest technologies in the streaming industry and Your expertise will contribute to the innovation and enhancement of our solutions, ensuring our global customers have the best possible experience. 

Your mission at Irdeto:

•  Develop and maintain software applications and services for our OTT platform, ensuring high-performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to design and implement new features and improvements.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and system scalability issues.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and performance issues, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in knowledge sharing within the team. 

How can you add value to the team?

• Bachelors degree or masters in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in backend development with modern frameworks (Node.js, Go, or Java preferred).
• Deep understanding of REST APIs, microservices, asynchronous processing, and scalable architectures.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with AI/ML pipelines either integrating ML models into backend or building services to serve AI functionality.
• Hands-on experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL), caching, and pub/sub messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Strong grasp of security, performance, and reliability considerations in streaming systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for collaborative problem-solving

What you can expect from us:

We invest in our talented employees and promote collaboration, creativity, and innovation while supporting health and well-being across our global workforce. In addition to competitive remuneration, we offer:   

• A multicultural and international environment where diversity is celebrated   
• Professional education opportunities and training programs   
• Innovation sabbaticals   
• Volunteer Day   
• State-of-the-art office spaces   
• Additional perks tailored to local offices (e.g., on-site gyms, fresh fruit, parking, yoga rooms, etc.)   

Equal Opportunity at Irdeto

Irdeto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All decisions are based on qualifications and business needs, and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse abilities and provide accommodation during the hiring process upon request.   

If youre excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We believe diverse perspectives and experiences make our teams stronger.   

Welcome to Irdeto!