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As a Junior Backend Engineer at Grabyo; you will have exposure to the backend APIs and services that power the core of the Grabyo Platform. Some days, you might be part of the team behind key features like building markers in the Live clipping or AI-powered highlights workflows. Other days, you could contribute to evolving our architecture as we advance towards a scalable, microservices-based platform.
Java, Spring, Go, Node.js, NoSQL, serverless architectures, microservices, Terraform, AWS SAM, DynamoDB, media processing, Terraform, AWS Lambda – these are a few of the state-of-the-art techs you will be working with
To make sure you keep growing your knowledge around tech, we provide you with professional development opportunities like Hackathons, development budget and pair programming days to improve our automated testing culture.
Key Responsibilities
Some of your responsibilities at Grabyo include (but are not limited to):
Build robust, scalable APIs and microservices, with a strong emphasis on reliability, performance, and maintainability.
Contributing to architecting and building reliable serverless applications using Java, Go, and the AWS Serverless Application Model (AWS SAM).
Working collaboratively with Product owners to deliver key security, scalability and reliability features.
Taking ownership of your work/project by designing, building, maintaining, iterating and supporting new features and new products
Skills & Experience
At least one year of commercial experience in backend development.
Experience in Java development, including the use of Spring Boot framework.
Experience with testing (unit tests, UA tests, etc.).
Knowledge of microservice oriented architectures.
Experience with cloud providers (bonus points for AWS, our chosen cloud provider).
Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL).
A strong problem-solving attitude.
Passion for emerging technologies and a strong willingness to learn and grow.
Why Grabyo?
Join a fast-growing, innovative company at the forefront of the video technology industry
Shape the future of Grabyo’s culture and employee experience
Work alongside a talented, collaborative, and creative team
Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development
The Recruitment Process
We aim to have a quick and dynamic hiring process. This process lasts around two weeks, and it has the following stages:
Stage 1: Introductory Call (30 minutes)
A conversation with our Engineering Manager and HR to get to know each other, discuss your background, and share more about the role and our team.
Stage 2: Remote Technical Assessment (2 hours total), conducted over 1–2 days, depending on your availability. This includes two 60-minute sessions:
Pair Programming – Collaborate with one of our engineers on a coding problem.
Whiteboard Exercise – Solve a design or architecture challenge with a Senior Engineer.
Stage 3: Final Interview (30 minutes)
A discussion with the Senior Engineering Manager focused on your long-term goals, potential growth within the company, and any remaining questions you might have.
Personal development budget and training material
Tech hours, hackathons and security days
Hybrid working options
Working from home kit budget
Enhanced parental leave
25 days holiday and additional unpaid holiday week
Flexible holiday carry-over
Awaydays and Christmas party
Regular social events (office & remote)
Grabyo book library
Role & Responsibilities
Role Overview
As a Junior Backend Engineer at Grabyo; you will have exposure to the backend APIs and services that power the core of the Grabyo Platform. Some days, you might be part of the team behind key features like building markers in the Live clipping or AI-powered highlights workflows. Other days, you could contribute to evolving our architecture as we advance towards a scalable, microservices-based platform.
Java, Spring, Go, Node.js, NoSQL, serverless architectures, microservices, Terraform, AWS SAM, DynamoDB, media processing, Terraform, AWS Lambda – these are a few of the state-of-the-art techs you will be working with
To make sure you keep growing your knowledge around tech, we provide you with professional development opportunities like Hackathons, development budget and pair programming days to improve our automated testing culture.
Key Responsibilities
Some of your responsibilities at Grabyo include (but are not limited to):
* Build robust, scalable APIs and microservices, with a strong emphasis on reliability, performance, and maintainability.
* Contributing to architecting and building reliable serverless applications using Java, Go, and the AWS Serverless Application Model (AWS SAM).
* Working collaboratively with Product owners to deliver key security, scalability and reliability features.
* Taking ownership of your work/project by designing, building, maintaining, iterating and supporting new features and new products
Skills & Experience
At least one year of commercial experience in backend development.
* Experience in Java development, including the use of Spring Boot framework.
* Experience with testing (unit tests, UA tests, etc.).
* Knowledge of microservice oriented architectures.
* Experience with cloud providers (bonus points for AWS, our chosen cloud provider).
* Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL).
* A strong problem-solving attitude.
* Passion for emerging technologies and a strong willingness to learn and grow.
Why Grabyo?
Join a fast-growing, innovative company at the forefront of the video technology industry
* Shape the future of Grabyo’s culture and employee experience
* Work alongside a talented, collaborative, and creative team
* Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development
The Recruitment Process
We aim to have a quick and dynamic hiring process. This process lasts around two weeks, and it has the following stages:
* Stage 1: Introductory Call (30 minutes)
o A conversation with our Engineering Manager and HR to get to know each other, discuss your background, and share more about the role and our team.
* Stage 2: Remote Technical Assessment (2 hours total), conducted over 1–2 days, depending on your availability. This includes two 60-minute sessions:
o Pair Programming – Collaborate with one of our engineers on a coding problem.
o Whiteboard Exercise – Solve a design or architecture challenge with a Senior Engineer.
* Stage 3: Final Interview (30 minutes)
o A discussion with the Senior Engineering Manager focused on your long-term goals, potential growth within the company, and any remaining questions you might have.
Our Benefits
* Personal development budget and training material
* Tech hours, hackathons and security days
* Hybrid working options
* WFH Abroad Allowance (+/- 3h GMT)
* Working from home kit budget
* Flexible working hours
* Enhanced parental leave
* Cycle scheme
* 25 days holiday and additional unpaid holiday week
* Flexible holiday carry-over
* Awaydays and Christmas party
* Regular social events (office & remote)
* Team social budgets
* Grabyo book library
Please note - this job is based in the UK, in the London area and we are unable to sponsor UK VISAs for this role
At Grabyo, we are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About us
Grabyo is the leading cloud-native video platform built for live, social, and mobile. Our SaaS platform, powered by AWS infrastructure, removes the traditional complexities of professional video production and distribution. It empowers digital and broadcast teams to seamlessly produce, live clip, and deliver video content globally while monetizing across social, OTT, and broadcast channels.
We are proud to work with over 100 premium sports, media, and entertainment brands worldwide, including NBA, UFC, WWE, PGA Tour, Globo, F1, CNN, The Premier League, La Liga, Real Madrid, and Chelsea FC.
With offices in London, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Sydney, and São Paulo, Grabyo is driving the future of live video production. Learn more at http://about.grabyo.com .
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