Paramount
Overview
Lead Software Engineer role at Paramount. We are looking for a skilled Lead Software Engineer to drive development of our next generation, cloud-based media supply chain in AWS, where content is ingested, stored, transformed, and distributed to our internal and external VOD partners worldwide. We seek a candidate who will work closely with a cross-functional team to manage a portfolio of business-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have experience with AWS serverless technologies, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, GraphQL, Node.js and collaboration with key partners to plan and implement future solutions and enhancements. Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality software on time. Partner with key team members to develop, design and write applications systems and programs. Provide clear and regular communication with all project collaborators at all levels. Understand system requirements, tasking and estimating features, and follow work management life-cycle processes like agile scrum. Understand and use complex branching and merging strategies. Understand and implement version control, small check-ins, labeling, versioning and deployment standard processes for both source code and database deployments. Lead software design and coding which conforms to Paramount standards for security and quality. Develop and implement unit test strategies; help define and automate testing protocols prior to merging code to production. Create technical documentation including architecture diagrams and impact analysis. Provide guidance and assistance to the application users and support teams on all aspects of application deployment, training and support, including installation, configuration, and first/second tier support. Identify and resolve project issues, including issue tracking and escalation. Participate in application planning/strategy meetings and provide recommendations on the most appropriate use of applications. Assist with data flow mapping and service orchestration for availability, continuity and performance. Support local setup of applications (clone, compile, and run). Understand and contribute to listener services and S3-based file syncing infrastructure. Participate in code reviews, backlog grooming, and architecture discussions. Document onboarding steps, development practices, and known system behaviors. Support data integrations from 3rd-party data providers. Basic Qualifications
3+ years of experience leading application development efforts. 3+ years of experience with AWS and Node.js. Proficient in Git, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines. Fluent in Node.js, Amazon AppSync, Amazon CDK, Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon EventBridge, Amazon IAM, Amazon Lambda, Amazon OpenSearch, Amazon S3, Amazon Secrets Manager, Amazon SQS, Amazon SNS, Web Sockets. Bonus Skills
Experience building large-scale systems. Experience working in a mono-repo. Technical thought leadership, strong analytical skills, and a passion to learn new technologies that enable/improve business. Experience in production debugging, root cause analysis and performance tuning. Strong communication skills and ability to work in high-pressure production environments with senior management. Familiar with load and performance testing and root cause identification and issue resolution. Knowledge of design patterns and best practices. Strong understanding of version control, staging vs production workflows. Solid experience working with APIs and databases. What You’ll Gain
Be part of a highly visible team responsible for over a dozen internal and external applications and help shape best practices and long-term solutions. Opportunity to work on modern systems built across Paramount’s future-state Media Supply Chain. Paramount Global is a leading global media and entertainment company with brands including CBS, Showtime, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster. Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Paramount. Details at the careers site or via the accommodations contact. Information
Hiring Salary Range: $140,000.00 - 165,000.00. This range applies to various geographies; starting pay depends on location, experience, and education. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, tuition assistance, and PTO where applicable.
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Lead Software Engineer role at Paramount. We are looking for a skilled Lead Software Engineer to drive development of our next generation, cloud-based media supply chain in AWS, where content is ingested, stored, transformed, and distributed to our internal and external VOD partners worldwide. We seek a candidate who will work closely with a cross-functional team to manage a portfolio of business-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have experience with AWS serverless technologies, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, GraphQL, Node.js and collaboration with key partners to plan and implement future solutions and enhancements. Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality software on time. Partner with key team members to develop, design and write applications systems and programs. Provide clear and regular communication with all project collaborators at all levels. Understand system requirements, tasking and estimating features, and follow work management life-cycle processes like agile scrum. Understand and use complex branching and merging strategies. Understand and implement version control, small check-ins, labeling, versioning and deployment standard processes for both source code and database deployments. Lead software design and coding which conforms to Paramount standards for security and quality. Develop and implement unit test strategies; help define and automate testing protocols prior to merging code to production. Create technical documentation including architecture diagrams and impact analysis. Provide guidance and assistance to the application users and support teams on all aspects of application deployment, training and support, including installation, configuration, and first/second tier support. Identify and resolve project issues, including issue tracking and escalation. Participate in application planning/strategy meetings and provide recommendations on the most appropriate use of applications. Assist with data flow mapping and service orchestration for availability, continuity and performance. Support local setup of applications (clone, compile, and run). Understand and contribute to listener services and S3-based file syncing infrastructure. Participate in code reviews, backlog grooming, and architecture discussions. Document onboarding steps, development practices, and known system behaviors. Support data integrations from 3rd-party data providers. Basic Qualifications
3+ years of experience leading application development efforts. 3+ years of experience with AWS and Node.js. Proficient in Git, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines. Fluent in Node.js, Amazon AppSync, Amazon CDK, Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon EventBridge, Amazon IAM, Amazon Lambda, Amazon OpenSearch, Amazon S3, Amazon Secrets Manager, Amazon SQS, Amazon SNS, Web Sockets. Bonus Skills
Experience building large-scale systems. Experience working in a mono-repo. Technical thought leadership, strong analytical skills, and a passion to learn new technologies that enable/improve business. Experience in production debugging, root cause analysis and performance tuning. Strong communication skills and ability to work in high-pressure production environments with senior management. Familiar with load and performance testing and root cause identification and issue resolution. Knowledge of design patterns and best practices. Strong understanding of version control, staging vs production workflows. Solid experience working with APIs and databases. What You’ll Gain
Be part of a highly visible team responsible for over a dozen internal and external applications and help shape best practices and long-term solutions. Opportunity to work on modern systems built across Paramount’s future-state Media Supply Chain. Paramount Global is a leading global media and entertainment company with brands including CBS, Showtime, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster. Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Paramount. Details at the careers site or via the accommodations contact. Information
Hiring Salary Range: $140,000.00 - 165,000.00. This range applies to various geographies; starting pay depends on location, experience, and education. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, tuition assistance, and PTO where applicable.
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