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 ResponsibilitiesHands-On Technical LeadershipServe as the technical lead for the team, providing direct guidance in:Java development and high-performance service designDatabase schema design and distributed data managementSystems architecture for microservices and API platformsParticipate 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 & ModernizationLead 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 & ReliabilityEnsure 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 & DevelopmentManage, 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 ImpactCreate 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.
