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SiriusXM · 2 months ago

Staff Software Engineer - Application Development & Testing

SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, delivering compelling subscription and ad-supported audio experiences. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will enhance core provisioning systems and ensure the reliability and efficiency of satellite infrastructure, directly impacting audio service delivery to millions of listeners.

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Responsibilities

Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define system architectures, and develop software solutions that meet the needs of our satellite provisioning infrastructure
Participating in code reviews, providing feedback to ensure the quality, security, and maintainability of our software components
Contributing to the development of performant and scalable software using languages such as Java, C++, and Scala
Conducting thorough testing and debugging of software components to identify and resolve issues, ensuring performance and reliability
Participating in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to facilitate collaboration and project delivery
Documenting software design specifications, technical documentation, and user guides to support knowledge sharing and maintain system integrity

Qualification

JavaC++ScalaAWSLinuxPostgresDockerKubernetesGitScrumKanbanBashPythonTypescriptProblem-solvingTime managementCommunicationTeamwork

Required

BS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant field
Minimum of 7 years of experience in the software development field, specifically backend system development
Extremely proficient in Java, C++, and Scala, with a strong foundation in software design principles and best practices
Experience with alternative languages and frameworks, such as HTTP, JSON, RESTful APIs, Testing / Debugging tools and other relevant technologies
Experience with Linux operating systems, particularly RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux) and CentOS
Knowledge of Linux system administration tasks relevant to software development, including package management, user permissions, and shell scripting
Experience with database technologies, particularly Postgres
Deep understanding of both relational and non-relational database technologies with regards to integrating database operations into software applications
Deep understanding of database replication technologies and principles and integration into software applications
Understanding of software build and deployment processes, including continuous integration (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) pipelines
Strong comprehension of Software Development Life Cycle and Configuration Management
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Podman for building, packaging, and running containerized applications
Experience with orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized workloads
Experience working with OpenShift for enterprise-grade container orchestration and integration with CI/CD pipelines and security policies
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK)
Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as AWS CloudWatch, the ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), DataDog
Proficiency in cloud computing platforms, specifically Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Ability to design, deploy, and manage scalable and resilient cloud-based applications
Experience with cloud-based database services, message queues, and other cloud-native services
Knowledge of security best practices for cloud environments and experience implementing security controls in cloud-based applications
Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and BitBucket for collaborative software development and code management
Experience with Scrum and/or Kanban development
Strong experience with scripting languages (Bash, Python, Typescript, or similar languages)
Comprehension of web services, micro services and event driven architecture
Comprehension of high availability, multi-tier, mission critical system design
Ability to work in a myriad of personality types in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment
Highly organized
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to project professionalism over the phone/zoom and in person
Willingness to take initiative and to follow through on projects
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Must have legal right to work in the U.S

Benefits

Discretionary short-term and long-term incentives

Company

SiriusXM

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SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.98B
Key Investors
JP Morgan ChaseBerkshire HathawayLiberty Media
2025-08-20Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-07-04Post Ipo Equity· $459M
2009-02-01Post Ipo Debt· $525.75M

Leadership Team

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Jennifer Witz
Chief Executive Officer
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Wayne Thorsen
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
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