Software Engineer II, DSP (Demand Side Platform) - job 1 of 2

As a Software Engineer II at Nexxen, you will primarily be responsible for developing and maintaining reliable and scalable backend services. This includes writing high-quality code, supporting large-scale distributed systems, participating in project planning, and ensuring system performance. You'll collaborate closely with the Product team and other engineers to gather and implement requirements as you work on innovative solutions for our Demand Side Platform.

Nexxen requires applicants for the Software Engineer II role to have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with a minimum of 4 years of backend development experience, preferably in Java or Scala. A deep understanding of distributed computing challenges, along with hands-on experience building data-intensive systems, is essential. Familiarity with SQL, NoSQL databases, and real-time streaming technologies will also be valuable.

At Nexxen, the work environment for a Software Engineer II is collaborative and innovative. With a hybrid work model, you’ll work on-site three days a week and have the flexibility to work remote on the other days. The company culture emphasizes the 3Cs - Customer Centric, Curious Mindset, and Collaboration without Ego, which reflects the supportive and dynamic atmosphere you can expect when working with us.

A Software Engineer II at Nexxen will engage with a variety of modern technologies and frameworks, including Java and Scala for backend development. You should also be familiar with Docker, Kubernetes, SQL, and NoSQL databases like Cassandra or Redis. Experience with real-time streaming technologies such as Kafka or Kinesis is also preferred, as these are critical for our Demand Side Platform.

Nexxen places a high value on continuous learning and professional development for its Software Engineers. As a Software Engineer II, you are encouraged to keep abreast of the latest backend technologies and best practices. You'll have the opportunity to participate in training sessions, knowledge sharing, and engage with innovative projects that facilitate personal and professional growth.

In responding to this question, be sure to highlight your experience with specific languages and frameworks relevant to the role, such as Java or Scala. Mention key projects where you've utilized these technologies and the impact your work had on system performance and efficiency.

When answering this question, discuss your methodology for identifying performance bottlenecks, such as using monitoring tools or analyzing response times. Explain any metrics you typically monitor and how you implement optimizations to improve system performance and reliability.

Describe your systematic approach to troubleshooting, including how you prioritize issues based on severity and impact. Share any specific tools or techniques you utilize for logging and monitoring that help you quickly diagnose and resolve production issues.

Provide a clear, structured response by outlining the problem, your assessment, the solution you proposed, and the outcome. Focus on the impact your solution had on the team or project and any lessons learned during the process.

Discuss the practices you follow to maintain code quality, such as code reviews, writing tests (unit, integration), and following best practices for documentation. Emphasize your commitment to producing maintainable, efficient code and how you collaborate with peers to uphold high standards.

In your answer, elaborate on your hands-on experience with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration. Share specific projects where you've implemented these technologies and any benefits that resulted in terms of deployment efficiency or scalability.

Emphasize your communication skills and teamwork approach. Share examples of how you’ve successfully collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams, specifically mentioning any agile methodologies you follow to enhance team productivity.

Provide a brief overview of your knowledge of distributed systems, touching on concepts like fault tolerance, scalability, and messaging protocols. Include any relevant projects where you’ve encountered challenges specific to distributed computing and how you addressed them.

If applicable, share your experience with technologies like Kafka or Kinesis. Discuss how you implemented these tools in your previous projects and the overall effect on data processing efficiency and speed.

Here, express your enthusiasm for working at Nexxen, especially regarding its commitment to innovation and flexibility in advertising technology. Highlight aspects of the company culture like the 3Cs - Customer Centric, Curious Mindset, and the opportunity for personal growth that resonate with you.