Sr. Manager, Software Engineering

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Backend Engineering to lead the re-platforming of our core backend services while ensuring uninterrupted operation of existing production systems. This is a hands-on technical leadership role — you will both manage and mentor a team of engineers and serve as the technical lead, driving design and implementation decisions for high-scale, high-availability systems. The Senior Manager will guide the modernization of APIs and microservices that power transactional video-on-demand (TVOD), electronic sell-through (EST), personalization, search, and payments — while maintaining stability of legacy services that millions of customers rely on today. Key Responsibilities Hands-On Technical Leadership Serve as the technical lead for the team, providing direct guidance in: Java development and high-performance service design Database schema design and distributed data management Systems architecture for microservices and API platforms Participate in architectural reviews, code reviews, and design discussions to ensure high-quality delivery. Collaborate closely with Product Management and other stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals. Re-platforming & Modernization Lead the re-architecture and migration of backend services to modern, cloud-native infrastructure. Define technical roadmap for evolving legacy systems including Director service, CIS, personalization, search, and payments. Balance short-term operational stability with long-term modernization goals. Business Continuity & Reliability Ensure 24/7 availability and performance of backend services during re-platforming. Maintain strict SLAs for latency, uptime, and error rates across millions of users and devices. Implement best practices for rollback, parallel runs, and phased cutovers. Team Leadership & Development Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing engineering team. Drive a culture of resilience, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Establish ownership boundaries between “maintain” and “modernize” workstreams. Strategic Impact Create KPIs and dashboards to measure re-platforming progress, cost efficiency, and performance gains. Align backend evolution with organizational goals across TVOD, AVOD, PPV, and live streaming expansion. Influence long-term architectural direction and technology investment decisions.