Software Development Engineer

Twitch(28 days ago)

San Francisco, CAOnsiteFull TimeJunior$127,100 - $185,000Engineering

About this role

A Software Engineer on the API Platform team responsible for developing and evolving Twitch’s high-traffic GraphQL APIs and real-time messaging platforms. The role focuses on building scalable, low-latency, fault-tolerant services that power Twitch’s web, mobile, and third-party developer experiences. The position reports to the Engineering Manager for API Development and emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and engineering best practices.

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Required Skills

GraphQL
Real-Time
APIs
Go
Static Typing
Distributed Systems
Low Latency
High Availability
System Design
High Throughput

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Qualifications

Degree in Computer Science or Related Engineering

About Twitch

twitch.com

Twitch is an interactive livestreaming service centered on gaming but also hosting entertainment, sports, music, and other live content. Owned by Amazon, it connects creators and audiences in real time via low-latency video and chat with community features like emotes, raids, and channel moderation. Twitch offers creator tools and monetization — subscriptions, Bits, ads, and partner/affiliate programs — plus apps across web, mobile, and consoles. It’s widely used by gamers, esports organizers, and creator communities for live events, audience engagement, and community building.