Senior Software Engineer, Video Delivery, CDN Orchestration

Company: Paramount Pictures
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:Senior Software Engineer, Video Delivery, CDN Orchestration42806New York, NY, US, 10036TechnologyNew YorkFull-TimeFully RemoteWe are seeking an expert Python developer to work within the Video Delivery and Experience squad, specializing in multi-CDN configuration, orchestration, traffic steering, and observability. The ideal candidate will have a strong proficiency in modern Python concepts, experience with distributed systems and async processing, familiarity with cloud environments, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Exposure to CDN or streaming video is a plus. The work involves developing next-generation multi-CDN orchestration products to support live events and VOD brands like Paramount+ and CBS.Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality, modern, modular Python code
• Design and implement APIs for data integration across remote systems, handling failures gracefully
• Write and review pull requests, ensuring code quality, testing, typing, and documentation
• Build observable systems with logging, monitoring, and alertingRequired Technical Skills
  • Expertise in maintainable, modular Python code
  • Understanding of async Python patterns, including asyncio, threading, and multiprocessing; knowledge of Celery is a plus
  • Experience with Python annotations, type hints, and module structuring
  • Ability to write and review unit tests (pytest)
  • Knowledge of fundamental development constructs like locking, mutability, and scoping
  • Proficiency in SQL queries
  • Basic understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, HTTP, and networking conceptsTooling & Ecosystem
    • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
    • Familiarity with cloud providers (AWS, GCP, OCI)
    • Experience building REST APIs, preferably with FastAPI and CeleryAdditional Qualifications
      • Knowledge of Go or Rust
      • Understanding of CDN and MultiCDN architectures
      • Knowledge of ABR streaming concepts
      • Experience building observable systems and API orchestration in multi-CDN environments
      • Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform
      • Experience with distributed systems and fault-tolerant architecture designParamount+ offers a streaming service with live sports, news, and entertainment, featuring content from major brands and exclusive sports rights.Salary Range: $124,000 - $170,000. Compensation depends on location, experience, and other factors. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), life insurance, disability benefits, tuition assistance, and PTO. The position is bonus eligible.Paramount is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans. Contact: 212.846.5500 or paramountaccommodations@paramount.com.
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