Live Nation Middle East · 3 hours ago
Sr Engineer II - Software
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expLive Nation is a leading live entertainment company, and they are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their tm1 Core Host Engineering team. The role involves modernizing and evolving Tier 1 systems that power Ticketmaster’s global platform while blending legacy systems with cutting-edge technologies to deliver seamless experiences for fans worldwide.
ConcertsMedia and EntertainmentTV
Responsibilities
Design and develop features for Ticketmaster’s Host Ticketing System using a range of languages—from low-level VAX Assembly and C/C++ to modern technologies like Rust and beyond
Maintain and enhance an extensive CI/CD test suite (4,500+ scenarios) to ensure the reliability, scalability, and resilience of our core systems
Bridge legacy and modern paradigms by integrating established technologies with cutting-edge solutions such as Rust, Kafka Streams, and next-generation database platforms to unlock new capabilities across TM Core
Consult and contribute to the modernization of a large polyglot codebase spanning decades, applying architectural best practices to evolve systems without compromising stability
Champion engineering excellence through rigorous standards in test coverage, enterprise compliance, high availability, low latency, and fault tolerance—delivering systems that meet the demands of a global platform
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including onboarding guides, system overviews, runbooks for development and troubleshooting, and forward-looking recommendations for continuous improvement
Collaborate across teams to influence technical direction, share expertise, and ensure alignment with Ticketmaster’s target architecture and strategic goals. (Suggested addition: emphasizes cross-functional impact.)
Drive innovation and performance tuning, identifying opportunities to optimize legacy workflows and introduce modern patterns for efficiency and scalability. (Suggested addition: signals proactive improvement mindset.)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field—or equivalent practical experience
7+ years of hands-on software development experience, including work on high-volume, mission-critical systems
5+ years of proficiency in C, C++, and/or Rust, with bonus points for experience in VAX or other assembly languages
Strong advocate for automation and DevOps, with experience in automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous delivery
Solid understanding of Linux environments and system-level programming concepts
Commitment to stability, quality, and reliability, with a track record of building resilient systems
Proven ability to thrive both independently and in collaborative, cross-functional teams
Innate curiosity for technology across eras—from low-level systems of the 1970s to modern paradigms shaping today's architectures
Clear and confident communicator, able to articulate ideas, provide status updates, and advocate for (or challenge) approaches and designs in a constructive manner
Strong documentation mindset, committed to making knowledge accessible through organized resources such as Confluence, wikis, or similar platforms—helping new team members onboard smoothly
Self-management and accountability, with the ability to prioritize tasks, estimate effort accurately, and deliver high-quality work on time
Collaborative and adaptable, skilled at working with diverse teams—including engineering and product—while incorporating feedback and managing expectations on issues and enhancements
Benefits
Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days
401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program
New parent programs including caregiver leave, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support
Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment
Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match
Company
Live Nation Middle East
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
2025-01-14
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