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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 Backend Engineer, Podcast

New York, NY · On-site +1

$164K - $234K/yr

The Mission Control team within Spotify's Podcast Platform Product Area builds the core ... You are comfortable using AI-powered developer tools such as Claude as a core part of your ...

Spotify

Senior Backend Engineer, Podcast

New York, NY · On-site

$164K - $234K/yr

The Mission Control team within Spotify's Podcast Platform Product Area builds the core ... You are comfortable using AI-powered developer tools such as Claude as a core part of your ...

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

Full Stack Engineer - Podcast

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150 - $189/hr

Podcast R&D is a product and technology team within Podcast Vertical at Spotify, focused on ... Drive improvements to system architecture, performance, and developer experience * Develop and ...

Spotify

Backend Engineer - Advertising

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$132.95 - $189.93/hr

We're seeking a talented Backend engineer (with some data engineering experience as a bonus) to join our team at Spotify, where you'll collaborate with internal customers to design scalable backend ...

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Frontend Engineer, Music

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$133 - $190/hr

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

Engineering Manager, Music

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$164 - $235/hr

The Rights Systems team is driving the technical foundations of a step-change for Spotify ... Manage and support a team of 7-8 engineers developing the core RightsDB, a new foundational ...

Spotify

Director of Sales - Backstage

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$242.53 - $346.48/hr

Backstage was created at Spotify and has grown into a leading SaaS and open source platform for developer portals. Thousands of companies use Backstage to bring structure to complex microservices ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for spotify developer in New York is $121,980.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,114.00 and $145,951.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Spotify developer?

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.

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 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.

Spotify Developer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Spotify Developer job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,980 per year, or $58.6 per hour.

Frontend Engineer - Music

New York, NY • On-site

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$133K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

The Rights Systems team builds and operates Spotify Rights Center (SRC), Spotify's rights management platform that enables the company and its partners to identify, manage, and enforce music licensing rights across creator- and artist-generated content.

Comparable in scope to YouTube's Content ID, SRC is designed specifically for Spotify's ecosystem and plays an important role in supporting new formats like video and other emerging content types. Over the past year the team launched SRC from inception to a fully operational production platform, now live and used by real rightsholders.

The platform includes automated content scanning, policy management, enforcement pipelines, dispute workflows, and analytics. The team has grown from a single squad to three squads (approximately 29 engineers, designers, and product specialists) and continues to scale as a strategic investment area for Spotify over the next several years.

What You'll Do
  • Build and evolve the Spotify Rights Center web application used by music labels, publishers, and other rightsholders to manage how their content appears on Spotify
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver intuitive and high-quality user experiences
  • Develop complex workflows that support large datasets, territory-level permissions, and multi-step processes for managing rights and disputes
  • Integrate frontend systems with multiple backend services to support scalable and reliable data flows
  • Write performant, accessible, and well-tested frontend code using modern development practices
  • Partner with backend engineers to design and evolve APIs that support the needs of the product
  • Contribute to product discovery and ideation with engineers, researchers, and product specialists
  • Help improve engineering practices and advocate for strong frontend architecture and quality standards
  • Support a collaborative team environment that encourages learning, experimentation, and growth
Who You Are
  • You have experience building modern web applications using TypeScript and React or a similar framework
  • You are comfortable managing complex application state and data flows
  • You have experience integrating frontend systems with APIs such as REST, gRPC, or GraphQL
  • You understand how to design responsive interfaces that handle loading states, pagination, streaming data, and error handling gracefully
  • You care deeply about creating intuitive and accessible user experiences
  • You have experience building enterprise or B2B applications with complex workflows, permissions, and large datasets
  • You write high-quality code and validate it using modern testing approaches such as unit, integration, or end-to-end testing
  • You take ownership of solutions from requirements through deployment and iteration based on user feedback
  • You enjoy learning new domains and problem spaces and collaborating with teammates to solve meaningful problems
Where You'll Be
  • This role is based in New York City
  • 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 $133,000 -$190,000 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. This range encompasses multiple levels, and leveling is determined during the interview process based on relevant experience and interview performance. 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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