What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Development Engineer position at Concord Music Group, Inc.?
Overview
Concord is the world’s leading independent music company. The Company supports more than 125,000 artists and songwriters whose works are licensed, marketed, and performed globally. Concord's growing catalog of 1.3 million songs, compositions, sound recordings, films, plays, and musicals is one of the most impactful and culturally relevant collections of creative rights in history.
Concord is headquartered in Nashville with additional offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, Berlin, Melbourne, and Miami.
Stem is a music company and distribution partner built to support artists and labels beyond the traditional model. Operating as a highly curated, bespoke partner, Stem provides the infrastructure, expertise, and hands-on execution needed to bring each artist’s unique creative vision to life while preserving autonomy and ownership. Guided by the music first, Stem pairs deep industry knowledge with data-driven tools and flexible, competitive advances—using data to inform strategy and execution. With a seamless, artist-friendly platform, Stem enables artists and teams to easily track performance, manage splits, and pay collaborators. With a proven track record of supporting artists and labels including deadAir, Scenic Route, PMR/Big Family, BOOM Records, and artists such as Brent Faiyaz, Meek Mill, and Julia Michaels, Stem is redefining what a modern music partner can be.
Position Purpose:
The Stem Engineering team builds the full-stack tools that enable artists and labels to distribute their music globally, grow their fanbase, and get paid accurately and on time. We help artists thrive by turning complex financial and supply chain workflows into a simple, reliable platform for running a music business.
We are seeking a Software Development Engineer who is passionate about innovation on behalf of visionary artists and entrepreneurs. In this role, you will contribute to the development of end-to-end systems that make global distribution, catalog management, and royalty payments seamless. We value engineers who thrive in autonomous environments and prioritize clear communication as they solve technical challenges at scale.
We value team members who Raise the Standard by innovating where the industry has stayed stale, Make It Happen by stepping in and stepping up when it matters most, and Own the Outcome with full accountability. Our team stays Tapped Into music, culture, and the world around us, leading with the Emotional Intelligence necessary to empower creators and colleagues alike.
This position works under supervision of the Engineering Manager. This is a full-time remote role; however, we are prioritizing candidates based in Los Angeles.
Responsibilities
What you’ll do:
● Collaborate on the design and development of our supply chain, catalog management, payments, and royalty systems.● Build the interfaces used by artists and their teams to manage content and earnings.● Develop and scale systems to collect earnings data and accurately allocate payments to joint royalty shareholders.● Develop tools to underwrite, originate, and recoup advances, bringing fintech innovation to the music industry.● Design and build features for analyzing, reporting, and visualizing complex earnings data.● Integrate with external payment and accounting systems while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, well-tested code.● Help independent musicians stay independent by delivering better distribution and financial tools to the world of music!Qualifications
What you’ll need to succeed:
● Bachelor’s degree in computer science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.● 3 years of development experience, with a focus on building robust, scalable web applications and systems.● Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and SQL, with a track record of delivering high-quality code.● A connection with artists and creators, or a genuine interest in the visionary creators we serve.● A continuous improvement mindset and an instinct for collaboration and team-building.● An empathetic attitude and a commitment to diverse perspectives and inclusion.● A willingness to embrace AI-assisted development to improve efficiency and execution.
Technologies/Systems/Software we use:
● Python, Django, Javascript, React, SQL● PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ, Athena, Apache Airflow● Git, AWS, Docker
Salary Range: $138,580-143,550
At Concord, we offer comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, generous time off, parental leave, charity match, paid time off for volunteering, and other fun company perks. We have beautiful new offices and a culture committed to supporting everyone’s growth and development.
Concord is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe that diversity, inclusion and equity is paramount for the creation of music, theater and film that celebrates and empowers all cultures.
Salary : $138,580 - $143,550