Principal, Software Engineer at Cast & Crew

Burbank, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Entertainment, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of professional experience in software engineering, including .NET Core (C#, ASP.NET Core) and React
Proven experience designing and architecting highly scalable, event-driven systems and microservice-based backends
Expertise in building and maintaining micro-frontend architectures using React and modular UI strategies
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), including containerization (Kubernetes), serverless (Lambda/Azure Functions), and scalable storage
Proficiency in event streaming and messaging (Kafka, AWS SQS/SNS)
Deep understanding of SQL and relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL); familiarity with NoSQL, Redis, and Elasticsearch is a plus
Strong grasp of software engineering principles, design patterns, and system observability
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional agile environments
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in multi-tenant, enterprise SaaS platforms
Familiarity with authentication and authorization frameworks, including SSO, OAuth2, LDAP, and role-based access control
Experience with workflow orchestration, business rules engines, or low-code configuration layers
Background in financial systems

Responsibilities

Lead the design and architecture of highly scalable, modular software solutions using microservices and event-driven architecture
Define and implement micro-frontend strategies using React, enabling independently deployable UI modules
Architect full-stack solutions that combine robust backend services (.NET Core, C#) with responsive and dynamic frontend components
Design for high availability, resilience, and horizontal scalability using cloud-native approaches (AWS or Azure)
Build and optimize event-driven backend services using messaging technologies like Kafka or AWS SQS
Develop clean, reusable, and maintainable front-end components using React, WebSocket/SignalR, and modern UI patterns
Implement secure and performant APIs with a focus on extensibility and domain-driven design (DDD)
Establish standards and best practices for CI/CD, observability, performance monitoring, and secure development
Serve as a technical lead and mentor, guiding developers on architecture decisions, code quality, and best practices
Collaborate with Product Managers, UX designers, QA, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-impact features
Conduct technical reviews, facilitate architecture discussions, and advocate for scalable, modular solutions

Skills

.NET Core

React

microservices

event-driven architecture

micro-frontends

AWS

Azure

Cast & Crew

Digital solutions for entertainment production management

About Cast & Crew

Cast & Crew provides a range of digital solutions tailored for the entertainment industry, focusing on production management for film, television, and live events. Their tools help streamline administrative tasks such as payroll, human resources, and production management, making it easier for production companies, studios, and independent filmmakers to operate efficiently. The company's offerings include payroll management tools, purchase order management, screenwriting software, and digital onboarding solutions, all designed to simplify complex processes. Unlike many competitors, Cast & Crew emphasizes a comprehensive suite of services that integrate various aspects of production management, ensuring accurate and timely payments, efficient document handling, and insightful data reporting. The goal of Cast & Crew is to enhance the operational efficiency of entertainment productions while supporting the industry, including initiatives for the Canadian entertainment sector.

Burbank, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1976Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise Software, EntertainmentIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees