About DAZN
DAZN is the world’s leading sports entertainment platform — delivering live and on-demand sports streaming to millions of fans across the globe. Our Hyderabad Technology Hub plays a pivotal role in shaping the platform that powers experiences for fans everywhere. Join a team that thrives on innovation, scale, and performance in a fast-paced, global sports-tech environment.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Backend Engineering Manager with deep expertise in Node.js and modern backend architecture to lead a high-performing team building scalable, resilient APIs and services that power DAZN’s next-gen sports streaming experience.
You will drive technical excellence, coach engineers, collaborate cross-functionally with product, data, and platform teams, and ensure our systems deliver seamless fan experiences worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of backend engineers working primarily with Node.js , TypeScript , and AWS .
- Design, develop, and optimize high-volume, low-latency APIs and microservices supporting millions of DAZN users.
- Partner with Product, Architecture, and DevOps teams to deliver high-impact, scalable backend solutions.
- Establish and drive best practices in code quality, CI / CD, testing, and observability .
- Manage sprint planning, technical design reviews, and delivery timelines.
- Recruit, retain, and grow world-class backend talent.
- Foster a collaborative engineering culture rooted in continuous learning and ownership.
- Work closely with stakeholders across global teams (UK, Poland, Japan, and Italy).
Requirements
10+ years of total experience with at least 3+ years in people management .Proven expertise in Node.js (Express, NestJS, or similar frameworks) and JavaSolid knowledge of RESTful APIs , GraphQL , microservices , and event-driven architecture .Hands-on experience with AWS services (Lambda, ECS, DynamoDB, S3, etc.) and containerization (Docker / Kubernetes) .Strong understanding of CI / CD pipelines , monitoring , and logging tools . Hands on Code ReviewsExperience with TypeScript , SQL / NoSQL databases , and message brokers (Kafka, SNS / SQS) .Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Exposure to streaming, media tech, or OTT systems is a plus.Nice to Have
Experience working in distributed global teams.Understanding of security, caching, and performance optimization at scale.Passion for sports, streaming, and cutting-edge backend technologies.Why Join DAZN
Work on global sports streaming technology used by millions.Be part of an inclusive, fast-moving, high-impact engineering culture .Opportunity to influence architecture and tech direction at scale.Hybrid work flexibility, great perks, and a passionate global team.