Tech Lead APP - Talpa TV

As our new Tech Lead APP, you will play a crucial role within the technology team of Talpa TV as you will be the tech lead of the development of the new app for KIJK (the VOD platform of Talpa TV ). You will work with business stakeholders, engineers and Solutions Architects within Talpa TV to create the best solution and oversee the implementation. Hands-on role where you will work closely with the development team on a daily basis.

The Talpa infrastructure is cloud based and topics like auto-scaling, high traffic, continuous deployment and security are your daily bread and butter. As a Solution Architect at Talpa TV it’s important to have a ‘can-do’ mentality and possess a wide interest in developing high performance software and cloud computing.

Talpa TV owns the broadcasting channels of SBS6, SBS9, Net5 and Veronica, as well as the VOD platform KIJK, and is part of the Dutch Multimedia Company Talpa Network.

Key Responsibilities

· Serve as key liaison towards product owners and partners regarding digital product solutions;
· Translate use cases into system architecture, process and product construction;
· Ensure technical project and continuous change delivery;
· Drive quality and focus on proper continuous delivery practices within Talpa TV Tech teams;
· Lead and mentor development team in day-to-day delivery, participate in all agile ceremonies;
· Ensure implementation of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery practices;
· Remove team impediments and support the team in general;

Qualifications

· BS or MS in computer science / software engineering;
· Minimum of 3-5+ years of experience as a solution- or software architect for APP development;
· Solid knowledge of modern cloud computing technologies (AWS) and development methodologies/tools;
· Highly technical with experience in online media (TV, Radio, Social, Digital, Commerce);
· Familiar with agile working methodologies;
· Experience with Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery and DevOps;
· Deep knowledge of Internet technology and cloud-based infrastructure;
· Ability to estimate and plan project work and product development efforts, including the assessment of risks and dependencies;
· Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks;
· Problem solving, forward thinking individual with an entrepreneurial mindset that thrives in a fast paced and dynamic environment;
· Being able to work autonomously with a high level of responsibility;
· Knowledge of Video Play and DRM is a plus;