Nine
Media
SoftwareEngineer|Backend
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“Software Engineer | Backend at Nine. Skills: Golang, AWS/GCP, microservices, API development. Build auto-scaling microservices. Maintain auto-scaling microservices”
Industry & Context.
Problem Solver; Analytical thinking
right to lawfully work and live in Australia
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Golang, AWS/GCP, DevOps/CI/CD practices, software architecture, microservices, security, performance, mentoring, influencing technical direction, test-first approach
What You'll Do.
Build auto-scaling microservices
Maintain auto-scaling microservices
Drive architectural decisions
Optimize product experience
Guide junior engineers
Foster continuous learning
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work in autonomous Agile squads; Partner with stakeholders; Partner with cross-functional teams
Full Job Description
Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones. Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark. The Core Publishing team is the engine room of Nine’s digital ecosystem. We build and scale the high-performance INK APIs and microservices that power Australia’s most iconic mastheads, including The Sydney Morning Herald , The Age , and The AFR. If you want to build the backbone of Australian news, let's talk. What You’ll Do * Scale at Volume: Build and maintain auto-scaling microservices for massive web and app audiences. * Architect & Innovate: Work in autonomous Agile squads to drive system design and architectural decisions. * Engineering Excellence: Write clean, testable code and conduct rigorous peer reviews. * Collaborate: Partner with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to optimize the product experience. * Lead & Mentor: Guide junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous learning. * Modern Tech: Work with Golang, AWS, GCP, gRPC, Kafka, Postgres, and GraphQL ## Qualifications What You’ll Bring * Go Expertise: Deep experience in Golang and high-quality API development. * Cloud-First Mindset: Strong proficiency in AWS/GCP and DevOps/CI/CD practices. * System Design: A solid understanding of software architecture and microservices. * Problem Solver: Analytical thinking with a focus on security and performance. * Leadership: A passion for mentoring and influencing technical direction. *
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