Senior Software Engineer - Streaming

The Audio Programmer Ltd; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Audio Programmer Ltd is seeking a highly skilled lead Rust developer to drive architecture for streaming tools used by top media brands. The role emphasizes leadership, innovation, and strategic thinking, with a focus on performance for millions of listeners.

Based in the USA and working 100% remotely, you will guide teams, explain architecture to developers and non-developers, and shape the direction of our AI-enabled programming processes.

Qualifications

• Superior Rust skills.
• Experience as Lead / Senior Developer.
• Experience leading teams and projects as hands-on developer.
• Experience in music or content scheduling software is a plus.

Skills

Rust expertise

Lead developer

Team leadership

Job description

This is a key role in a small and successful R&D team, building tools and engines used by the biggest names in media streaming. It's a critical, visible position where you can have a genuine impact on the end products which are listened to by millions.

It's as much about leadership, innovation and strategic thinking as it is making day to day technical decisions. You need super sharp Rust skills and experience incorporating AI into programming and documentation processes. It's an environment where you're encouraged to make the best use of the most modern tools available, always with a focus on exceptional performance - remember millions of listeners are relying on you!

Remote working from USA ONLY.

Requirements

• Superior Rust skills
• Significant experience as a Lead / Senior Developer
• Experience leading teams and projects as a hands-on developer

Experience in one or more of these areas:

• Music or content scheduling software

You also need to be...

• Based in the USA
• Confident working, collaborating and leading 100% remotely
• Able to explain architecture and decisions to developers and non-developers