Join Twitch as a Software Engineer I to build and scale payment solutions for millions of creators.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this role, the Software Engineer I for Payments at Twitch will focus on designing and developing the commerce and payments platform that supports millions of creators. Candidates should have a solid foundation in data structures and algorithms, along with proficiency in programming languages like Go, Ruby, Java, or C++. This position is ideal for early-career engineers with a background in software development, particularly those interested in the gaming or streaming industries. The team emphasizes collaboration and ownership, contributing to a vibrant community-driven environment.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze August 16, 2026. Last confirmed on Twitch's careers page October 8, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for Backend roles (median ~$180,000).
- Starts above 67% of 12 comparable junior backend roles we track (median $122,500 across 10 companies).
Quick facts
- Is the Software Engineer I, Payments role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in San Francisco, CA.
- What's the salary range?
- Twitch lists $127,100–$185,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Software Engineer I, Payments role.
- Where is the role based?
- Twitch is hiring for this position in San Francisco, CA.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AWS, C++, Go, Java, Ruby.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Twitch targets junior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Software Engineer I, Payments role at Twitch.
From the original posting
About the Role
For many of our creators, streaming on Twitch is a career, and our payment systems are central to making this possible. We're operating at a massive scale and you'll help millions of creators to earn a living doing what they love.
As a key member of the engineering team, you will report to the Senior Engineering Manager of Payments team and have the opportunity to build and scale solutions that affect millions of users and broadcasters. You will take high ownership of your services - architecting, building and operating them. You will partner with other engineers, product managers, designers and data specialists to deliver solutions.
Our team is based in San Francisco, CA
You Will:
- Work with technical leads and other engineers to design and develop commerce/payments platform and services
- Contribute to customer-focused project deliveries
- Work with other teams to clarify product requirements
- Improve engineering processes
- Participate in design and code reviews
You Have:
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or prior relevant engineering experiences
- Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, data modeling and schema design
- 1+ years as an software engineer
- Experience creating detailed technical documentation
- Proficient experience level in one or more of the following language: Go, Ruby, Java, C++
- Familiar with AWS ecosystem
Bonus Points
- Experience in commerce or payments domain
Twitch user, broadcaster, or partner or experience in the gaming industry
Job ID: TW9253
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
Twitch is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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