Senior Software Development Engineer

Job Summary: As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between high-level business goals and hands-on execution. You will build scalable systems, define architectural blueprints, and actively mentor engineering teams across both front-end and back-end ecosystems.

About the team: At JioHotstar, GenAI studios is an AI native, agile & fast-moving team focused on turning bold ideas into impactful features for professional film making products. From rapid prototyping of new concepts to building scalable platforms that power future growth, we thrive on experimentation and innovation.

Our platform highlights creators and their narratives by giving them AI-powered systems using advanced machine learning and multimedia pipelines.

As part of this team, you’ll work at the intersection of creativity and technology — building end-to-end experiences, experimenting with emerging tech, and shaping the future of entertainment content.

Reporting To: Engineering Manager

Key responsibilities:

• Design and build scalable, resilient microservices
• Own end-to-end delivery of complex fullstack projects, from technical design to deployment and monitoring
• Write high-quality, maintainable code, and ensure rigorous testing and fault tolerance
• Drive architectural decisions and influence long-term engineering strategy for the team
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Data Scientists, and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into tech solutions
• Take ownership of operational excellence, including performance tuning, incident response, and root cause analysis
• Mentor junior engineers, conduct technical deep dives and code reviews, and foster a culture of knowledge sharing

Skills and attributes for success:

• 4 -7 years of hands-on fullstack software development experience.
• Front-End Technologies: Expertise in modern JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks like React.js, or Next.js.
• Back-End Technologies: Strong proficiency in server-side technology - Python, experience with Golang is an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience with relational/non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and cloud platforms (AWS or GCP).
• Tools & Practices: Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, AI-assisted coding tools, and API design (REST)
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong capability in prioritizing tasks and navigating ambiguous, fast-paced environments.

Preferred education and experience: Bachelors/Masters in Computer Science or a related field with 4 - 7 years of experience in fullstack software development.

About Us:

Perched firmly at the nucleus of spellbinding content and innovative technology, JioStar is a leading global media & entertainment company that is reimagining the way audiences consume entertainment and sports. Its television network and streaming service together reach more than 750 million viewers every week, igniting the dreams and aspirations of hundreds of million people across geographies.