Position: Java Backend Developer
Company: Sandbox Kids
Category: Java
Experience required: 3y
English level: intermediate
Published: 2021-09-01T00:00:00+03:00

**The Role:**
We are seeking a Senior Java Backend Developer with experience building web services for high-volume, consumer-facing websites and mobile applications. You will be responsible for maintaining and extending a mission-critical content management and publishing system that will help facilitate the delivery of apps, audio, book and videos to millions of users across multiple networks around the globe. 

As well as sitting in a cross-functional Scrum team and taking part in planning, stand-ups, demos and retros, you’ll also be a member of the Backend team and work closely with colleagues to improve and innovate our approach and execution of backend-specific software development.

**Desired Experience:**
- 4+ years experience with Java backend development in a production environment
- Deep background in building services supporting large-scale consumer mobile and web clients
- Experience working with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB
- Tomcat, Redis, Jersey, Runscope (or similar) experience
- Comfortable working in a production ops environment using AWS EC2, S3, CloudFront
- Understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture a plus

You will also:
- Have good written and verbal communication skills in English
- Be comfortable with fast-paced, collaborative, iterative development
- Embrace culture of change and agility, evolving continuously, adapting to our changing world
- Be pragmatic & practical - thinking through broader and long-lasting impacts of technology choices

**About Sandbox Kids**
Sandbox Kids is a leading provider of on-demand, multimedia, multi-platform, digital subscription services for children and families worldwide. Our products feature the best selection of curated, age-appropriate content that kids and parents love. Led by a veteran team of industry professionals, we create content experiences that endlessly engage and entertain kids, inspiring a love of learning and interest in the world around them. Working closely with partners, including Amazon, Comcast, and LG, to provide an optimized experience for any device or platform.
 
Sandbox Kids is funded by media and technology investors including Corus Entertainment, DreamWorks Animation, Reed Elsevier Ventures, Trinity Capital Investment and GSV. 
 
Headquartered in San Francisco and offices in London, Sandbox Kids is looking for people interested in making great products for the next generation! 

**Company Website**
playsandboxkids.com
 
Sandbox Kids is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.