At Spotify, the leading music streaming service, we are committed to providing the world’s best music experience to over 217 million users across 65 different countries. We are continuously change the way people enjoy, discover, and interact with music.
Spotify was founded in 2006 and offers a wide array of features, such as playlists, podcasts, personalized radio stations, dynamic playlists, and more. All of our features are powered by technology and innovation, leveraging the latest in streaming technology and data tools to provide the best possible experience for our users.
At Spotify, our technology team is responsible for the lifeblood of the organization: the development, deployment, security, and maintenance of our the streaming services, applications, & tools. Our technology environment is highly distributed, featuring a range of cloud-based platforms including AWS, Google Cloud Platform, and more.
Spotify’s infrastructure is optimized for scalability, providing high levels of availability, as well as maximizing uptime. We are dedicated to creating innovative solutions that allow us to deliver quality, reliable services at a global scale. Our engineers work with complex distributed systems and big data solutions, utilizing technologies such as Machine Learning, AI, and Data Science.
We are looking for passionate, experienced, and creative technologists to join our team and help us revolutionize the way people listen to music. If you are an experienced programmer, application developer, or IT professional and want to be part of a global organization at the forefront of innovation, join us now and help Spotify create the future of music.
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Software Engineer
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40-45 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): 120000
Description: Develop and enhance software applications for Spotify products and services, utilizing modern web development languages and technologies. Utilizing cutting edge software development and testing methods and tools, ensuring the highest quality of Spotify applications and services.
Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's degree in CS or engineering, with a minimum of 2 years experience in software development; strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills; experience with web development technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 35-40 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): 98000
Description: Provide analysis on large datasets within the company, designing and validating data models to produce useful insights. Utilize reporting and transactional data to provide value to our business stakeholders and inform decisions.
Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, with at least 3 years of experience in data analytics; experience in working with structured and unstructured data; strong organizational skills and an eye for detail; basic knowledge in SQL and programming.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 43-50 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): 125000
Description: Lead and manage software development teams in the creation of applications and services for Spotify's products; maintain detailed knowledge of our systems and services and constantly review, optimize, and update them where necessary.
Qualifications / Requirements: Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience; minimum of 5 years experience in software development and management; experience with web development languages, such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; strong organizational and communication skills.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40-45 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): 112000
Description: Responsible for the deployment, maintenance, and operations of Spotify's infrastructure and applications. Integrate existing systems to automate and optimize processes, while working closely with the development team to ensure delivery and reliability of Spotify applications.
Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; at least 5 years experience in DevOps engineering; experience in scripting languages such as Python and Ruby; experience with automated deployment and configuration management.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40-45 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): 105000
Description: Develop and implement applications for mobile platforms such as iOS and Android. Create high-quality applications for a broad range of devices and users, utilizing best practices for mobile development.
Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent experience; minimum of 2 years experience in mobile development, with strong Object-Oriented Programming skills; experience with Swift, Objective-C, Java, or Kotlin; experience with automated testing frameworks.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 35-40 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): 95000
Description: Administer the infrastructure and systems that support our services and applications. Responsible for security and operations of the infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and deploying updates.
Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; at least 3 years experience in systems administration; experience with Linux, Windows Server, and Virtualization; proven experience with monitoring and performance tuning; basic knowledge of network protocols and security.
Before I started working in the Technology department at Spotify, I had heard great things about the company and its culture. I was not disappointed! I quickly noticed that the culture was fun, laid back, and still serious about getting work done and staying ahead of the market. The team I'm a part of is passionate, communicative, and motivated to put out the best products. We have full autonomy to explore our ideas which allows us to keep pushing the boundaries. I'm proud to work for Spotify and I'd definitely recommend it.
Molly P.
Review Rating:
4.8/5
4.8
As a technology employee at Spotify, I have had an incredible experience. I work on a team of highly intelligent and motivated individuals and the collaborative environment pushes me to reach my potential. Management has been great, always available and willing to answer questions and provide feedback. I have the flexibility to move between projects and the freedom to think outside the box so there's never a dull moment. If you're looking for an exciting tech career, I would highly recommend applying and joining the team at Spotify.
Jack T.
Review Rating:
4.9/5
4.9
I've worked as a programmer at Spotify for a year now and it's been a challenging, yet rewarding experience. The technology stack is highly complex but well structured. Management encourages us to think big, be creative, and come up with innovative solutions without sacrificing quality. We have strong processes in place that enable us to move quickly while also providing best-in-class service. It's truly a great place to work and I'm really proud to be a part of the tech team.
Ava S.
Review Rating:
4.6/5
4.6
I recently joined the tech team at Spotify and so far I'm enjoying it. The company has a great culture and vibrant energy which makes it a great place to work. The role I have is challenging and exciting and the team I'm working with is passionate and knowledgeable. The tools and resources available to me make the job easier and helps me to focus on what I'm doing. I'm glad to have the opportunity to be a part of the tech team at such an amazing company.
Megan C.
Review Rating:
4.7/5
4.7
As a software engineer at Spotify, I am part of a team that is pushing the boundaries of technology. We are encouraged to think outside the box, be creative, and work together to come up with the best solutions. Our culture is collaborative and supportive, and it's great to be surrounded by motivated and talented people. I'm proud to be part of such an innovative and successful company and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a tech job!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mission of Spotify?
Spotify’s mission is to connect people to the right music for them, in the right moment.
What kinds of technical jobs are available at Spotify?
Spotify hires software engineers, data scientists, designers, product managers, customer service specialists, and more.
What is the interview process like at Spotify?
The interview process at Spotify typically involves a written application, a video interview, and multiple in-person interviews with various team members.
What types of benefits does Spotify offer?
Spotify offers a variety of benefits including a collaborative work environment, generous vacation and parental leave policies, career coaching and mentorship programs, and health and wellness benefits.
What is the culture like at Spotify?
The culture at Spotify is one of collaboration, creativity, open-mindedness, and respect.
Locations: New York, Stockholm, London, Berlin, Los Angeles, Nashville
Career Paths: Software Engineers, Data Scientists, Front-End Developers, Back-End Developers, UI/UX Designers, Product Managers, DevOps Engineers, IT Managers, Security Analysts, Quality Assurance Engineers.
Before I started working in the Technology department at Spotify, I had heard great things about the company and its culture. I was not disappointed! I quickly noticed that the culture was fun, laid back, and still serious about getting work done and staying ahead of the market. The team I'm a part of is passionate, communicative, and motivated to put out the best products. We have full autonomy to explore our ideas which allows us to keep pushing the boundaries. I'm proud to work for Spotify and I'd definitely recommend it.
