About the Role
As a Senior Software Engineer at OnSportsNow, you'll be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the backend systems that power our sports data platform. You'll work on high-performance, scalable services that process and deliver real-time sports data to millions of users across web and mobile platforms.
This is a key technical role where you'll collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and other engineers to solve complex problems related to data processing, API development, and system architecture.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs that power our web and mobile applications
- Build real-time data processing systems that handle millions of updates per day from various sports data sources
- Architect and implement high-performance database solutions for storing and querying sports statistics and game data
- Optimize existing systems for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability
- Collaborate with frontend engineers to ensure seamless integration with backend services
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other engineers
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, particularly during high-traffic events
Qualifications
Required:
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on backend development
- Strong proficiency in PHP and experience with modern PHP frameworks (Laravel, Symfony)
- Experience with Node.js and asynchronous programming patterns
- Extensive experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and query optimization
- Experience with caching strategies and technologies (Redis, Memcached)
- Knowledge of RESTful API design principles and practices
- Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Understanding of CI/CD practices and tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team
Preferred:
- Experience with real-time data processing and event-driven architectures
- Knowledge of websockets and real-time communication protocols
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB)
- Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
- Experience with high-traffic, consumer-facing applications
- Interest in sports and sports data
- Contributions to open-source projects
- BS/MS in Computer Science or related field
Tech Stack Highlights
PHP, Laravel, Node.js, MySQL, Redis, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch, Git
What We Offer
- Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $120,000 - $160,000, depending on experience, plus equity
- Flexible Work: Remote-first environment with flexible hours
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
- Time Off: Unlimited PTO policy, plus company holidays
- Professional Development: Annual learning budget for conferences, courses, and certifications
- Retirement: 401(k) with company matching
- Sports Perks: Access to sports events and game tickets
- Equipment: MacBook Pro and home office stipend
- Team Building: Regular team retreats and social events
- Wellness Programs: Mental health resources and fitness subsidies
Interview Process
- Initial Screening: 30-minute call with a recruiter to discuss your background and the role
- Technical Assessment: A take-home coding challenge focused on real-world problems (2-4 hours)
- Technical Interview: 1-hour video call with senior engineers to discuss your solutions and technical background
- System Design Interview: 1-hour session focused on architecture and design problems
- Team Fit: 1-hour conversation with the engineering manager and potential teammates
- Final Round: Brief meeting with a senior leader
We aim to complete the entire process within 2-3 weeks and provide feedback at each stage.
About OnSportsNow
OnSportsNow is a leading sports media platform delivering real-time scores, statistics, and news to millions of sports fans worldwide. Our mission is to connect fans to the games they love through innovative technology and compelling content.
Founded in 2018, we're a growing team of sports enthusiasts, technologists, and content creators building the next generation of sports experiences. We're backed by top-tier investors and are expanding our team to help us scale to the next level.
Our Values
Speed
We're committed to delivering real-time data with unmatched speed
Accuracy
We prioritize precision and reliability in everything we do
Innovation
We constantly push boundaries to improve the fan experience
Collaboration
We believe the best results come from diverse teams working together