C++ Engineer - Platform Engineering

Job Title

C++ Engineer – Platform Engineering at Spotify

Overview

The CI Experience squad owns the client continuous integration (CI) infrastructure at Spotify. Our mission is to ensure smooth, reliable, and fast integration of code changes across all client repositories. We provide tooling, documentation, and support that empower client engineers to build, test, and ship confidently. We’re evolving our CI platform to meet the growing complexity of Spotify’s client ecosystem, spanning Android, iOS, desktop, and embedded platforms.

What You’ll Do

• Own and evolve CI infrastructure for Spotify’s client engineering organization.
• Improve build reliability, performance, and observability across client codebases.
• Contribute to the technical roadmap for CI systems, defining standards for build and integration practices.
• Develop and maintain automation in Python and C++, working across environments including Windows.
• Collaborate with multiple product and platform squads to ensure CI systems align with developer needs.
• Troubleshoot complex build failures and support engineers in adopting best CI/CD practices.

Who You Are

• Experienced with CI infrastructure and internal developer workflows.
• Proficient in Python and C++, with understanding of Bazel, gRPC/Protobuf, and Git.
• Able to work in Windows, with experience in Batch and PowerShell scripting.
• Confident working across multiple client platforms (Android, iOS, Web, Smart/Ubiquity devices).
• Deep understanding of software architecture, scalable build systems, and CI/CD fundamentals.
• A pragmatic problem‑solver with excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Passionate about improving developer experience through automation, simplification, and tooling excellence.

Where You’ll Be

This role is based in London or Stockholm. Flexible work-from-home options are available with occasional in-person meetings.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Spotify is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applicants regardless of background, identity, or experience. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.