DistroKid provides musicians, managers, and record labels with online tools and services that are innovative, easy-to-use, and affordable. 

DistroKid

We're the easiest way for music creators to get music into Spotify, Apple Music, and all major streaming services.

At DistroKid, we help artists share their music with the world.

Salary: Please see the locations above where we’re currently hiring. Senior to Staff level; Varies by region — details below

Employment Type: Full-time employee (no B2Bs/contracts, etc.)

Sponsorship: Not available. We cannot sponsor visas, work permits, or extensions in any country (including student visas or similar programs).

As an API Engineer at DistroKid, you will be instrumental in building and scaling the API infrastructure that powers our integrations, partnerships, and emerging AI. You will own the design, development, and evolution of APIs that connect millions of musicians to streaming platforms, third-party services, and cutting-edge AI tools.

DistroKid is a fully remote company with an employee-first culture and robust benefits.

What You’ll Do

Own the design and implementation of high-scale backend systems and APIs that power DistroKid’s core platformArchitect and evolve distributed systems on AWS to handle high throughput, reliability, and performanceWork across backend, infrastructure, and DevOps boundaries from API design to deployment and system operationsDesign and integrate with enterprise-grade systems and external platforms to support high-scale workflowsGuide technical design decisions for elaborate systems (data models, service boundaries, scaling strategies, failure handling)Write production code and remain actively involved in building and improving systemsImprove system observability, reliability, and performance at scalePartner closely with product and engineering teams to translate business needs into robust technical solutions

What We’re Looking For

10+ years of experience building and scaling backend systems in production environmentsSolid, recent hands-on coding experience (this is not a pure design/management role)Deep experience with AWS (compute, storage, networking, scaling, etc.)Demonstrated experience designing and operating high-scale distributed systemsExtensive experience with API design and system architecture in involved environmentsExperience working across infrastructure and application layers (DevOps, deployment, reliability, etc.)Experience with enterprise integration platforms (e.g., AWS API Gateway, Azure API Management, MuleSoft, Apigee, Kong, or similar) or building/operating large-scale integration layersAptitude to own systems end-to-end from architecture to implementation to production operationComfortable navigating ambiguity and making critical technical judgements.

What This Role Is NOT

Not a pure backend feature development roleNot a role for engineers who haven’t coded in recent yearsNot a narrow specialization (e.g., only APIs or only infra)We are specifically looking for engineers who operate at the intersection of backend systems, architecture, and infrastructure.

Why This Role

Work on real-world scale problems: high-volume ingestion, global distribution, and elaborate financial flowsOwn and shape systems that directly impact millions of creators worldwideHigh amount of technical ownership and accountabilityOpportunity to shape architecture at scale, not just contribute to it

Nice to Have

Experience with high-throughput systems, event-driven architectures, or data pipelinesBackground in platform or infrastructure engineeringExperience in high-growth or scaling product environments

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This salary range ONLY applies to candidates living in the UK for this job. Rates may differ in other regions.

UK salary range: £100,000 GBP - £140,000 GBP

This salary range ONLY applies to candidates living in the EU for this job. Rates may differ in other regions.

EU salary range: €90.000 EUR - €130.000 EUR

USA Tier 1 includes: SF Bay Area Metro, Seattle, NYC Metro

USA Tier 1: $160,000 USD - $180,000 USD

USA Tier 2 includes: Austin, Boston, Chicago, Denver, LA, Miami, Philadelphia Metro, Portland, DC, Sacramento, San Diego

USA Tier 2: $150,000 USD - $175,000 USD

USA Tier 3 includes: All other locations not listed under Tier 1 or Tier 2

USA Tier 3: $145,000 USD - $165,000 USD

What We Offer 

Retirement plans (401k, SIPP, RRSP, etc.), Health insurance, Generous paid time off, Parental leave, Home office allowance, Flexible work schedules, Paid and discounted subscriptions, Regular engagement activities

About DistroKid

DistroKid helps millions of independent artists get their music into streaming services and keep 100% of their earnings. We move fast, stay curious, and build tools that empower creativity.

If you want your work to directly impact how artists share their music with the world, we’d love to hear from you.

DistroKid is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We value a wide range of perspectives and believe that our differences make us stronger.