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Backend Engineer - Data Infrastructure

New York, NY · On-site +1

$125K - $179K/yr

Spotify is looking for a Backend Engineer to join our Data Infrastructure engineering organization. You will forge new ground in how we help teams at Spotify build analytics for internal and Music ...

Spotify

Frontend Engineer - Music

New York, NY · On-site +1

$133K - $190K/yr

The Rights Systems team builds and operates Spotify Rights Center (SRC), Spotify's rights ... Help improve engineering practices and advocate for strong frontend architecture and quality ...

Spotify

Frontend Engineer - Music

New York, NY · On-site

$133K - $190K/yr

The Rights Systems team builds and operates Spotify Rights Center (SRC), Spotify's rights ... Help improve engineering practices and advocate for strong frontend architecture and quality ...

Spotify

Senior Sales Engineer - Backstage

New York, NY · On-site +1

$160K - $228K/yr

... Spotify's open platform for building developer portals, within their own organizations. Backstage is widely used for managing developer workflows, and it helps companies streamline their ...

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How much do spotify developer jobs pay per month?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average monthly pay for spotify developer in the United States is $8,865.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $8,166.67 and $9,375.00 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Spotify Developer vs Music App Developer?

AspectSpotify DeveloperMusic App Developer
Required SkillsAPI integration, JavaScript, REST, OAuthMobile development, UI/UX, multimedia handling
Work EnvironmentPrimarily web-based, API-focusedMobile platforms, multimedia applications
Industry UsageSpotify platform, music streaming servicesVarious music apps, streaming platforms
CertificationsNone specific, technical skills emphasizedMobile development certifications (e.g., Android, iOS)

Spotify Developers focus on creating integrations and applications using Spotify's APIs, primarily working with web technologies. Music App Developers design and build mobile applications for music streaming, emphasizing UI/UX and multimedia handling. While both roles involve music technology, Spotify Developers specialize in API integration within the Spotify ecosystem, whereas Music App Developers work across various platforms and services.

How does a Spotify Developer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new features or improvements?

As a Spotify Developer, you’ll frequently work alongside product managers, designers, and data engineers to bring new features or enhancements to the Spotify platform. Collaboration often involves participating in agile sprints, attending regular stand-up meetings, and conducting code reviews with peers. Clear communication and an understanding of user needs are essential, as you’ll need to translate product requirements into scalable, maintainable code. You may also work closely with QA engineers to test new releases and ensure a seamless listening experience for users.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Spotify Developer, and why are they important?

To succeed as a Spotify Developer, you need strong programming skills in languages like JavaScript or Python, experience with RESTful APIs, and a solid understanding of music streaming platforms. Familiarity with Spotify's Web API, OAuth authentication, and development tools such as Node.js or React is typically required. Creative problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication help developers build engaging, user-friendly applications that integrate with Spotify. These skills ensure seamless technical integration and innovative user experiences that leverage Spotify's vast music ecosystem.

What is a Spotify Developer?

A Spotify Developer is a software engineer or programmer who builds applications, integrations, or tools that interact with Spotify’s platform using its APIs and SDKs. These developers create features such as custom playlists, music recommendations, data visualizations, or integrations with other apps and devices. They often use programming languages like JavaScript, Python, or Java, and leverage Spotify's Web API, Playback SDK, and other resources to access music data, user profiles, and playback controls. Spotify Developers can work independently, as part of startups, or within larger organizations to enhance the Spotify user experience or provide unique functionalities.
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Infographic showing various Spotify Developer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 78% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,384 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

Senior Engineering Manager - Spotify for Artists

Spotify

New York, NY • On-site

$203K - $290K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

The Music Mission team owns Spotify's end to end proposition for music creators and the experiences they create for fans. The team is dedicated to building tools and services to enable creation, promotion, expression, and monetization at scale.

Spotify for Artists (S4A) is Spotify's flagship platform for artists and their teams, supporting over 650,000 monthly active users across web and mobile. It's where artists manage their presence on Spotify-exploring audience insights, promoting releases, customizing profiles, and growing their business through tools like Marquee, Showcase, and Discovery Mode.

As part of the Music Mission, this team operates across a broad technical landscape including client applications, backend systems, and large-scale data pipelines. You'll lead a team working at the intersection of product innovation and platform reliability, shaping experiences that directly impact Spotify's global creator community.

What You'll Do
  • Lead and grow a team of engineers across backend, client, and data disciplines, supporting multiple squads
  • Set clear technical and organizational direction across a complex, full-stack product area
  • Partner closely with Product, Design, Insights, and Marketing to deliver impactful features for artists
  • Drive execution across multiple concurrent initiatives, ensuring strong coordination and delivery
  • Translate ambiguity into clear priorities, helping teams navigate competing demands and inbound requests
  • Oversee the development of scalable systems that process and surface large volumes of artist data
  • Support critical platform operations and contribute to incident response readiness through team leadership
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives including AI-driven experiences and artist-focused product innovation
Who You Are
  • You have 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with significant experience in engineering leadership, including managing managers
  • You have led multiple teams or orgs simultaneously and are comfortable operating across a broad, multi-disciplinary technical surface
  • You are experienced in setting direction through other leaders, empowering them while holding a high bar for delivery and accountability
  • You know how to navigate organizational complexity and drive alignment across senior cross-functional stakeholders
  • You are skilled at turning ambiguity into clear strategy, priorities, and execution plans across multiple teams
  • You have a strong technical foundation and can engage in discussions across backend systems, client applications, and data platforms
  • You care deeply about building inclusive, high-performing teams and have a track record of developing managers and senior engineers
  • You are calm and structured in high-pressure situations, able to manage competing priorities and guide teams through critical decisions
  • You have experience operating in environments with high data scale and understand how to translate complex data into meaningful user experiences
  • You are motivated by building products that serve creators, artists, or similar user communities
Where You'll Be
  • This role is based in New York
  • We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home
The United States base range for this position is $203,410-$290,586 USD, plus equity. The benefits available for this position include health insurance, six-month paid parental leave, 401(k) retirement plan, monthly meal allowance, 23 paid days off, paid flexible holidays, and paid sick leave. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what's playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It's in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens.
 
At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We have ways to request reasonable accommodations during the interview process and help assist in what you need. If you need accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know - we're here to support you in any way we can.
 
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Find our AI notice here: https://lifeatspotify.com/ai-notice
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