Architect - Subs & Payments
Bengaluru
Software Engineering – Back-end Engineering /
Full Time /
On-site
JOB SUMMARY: As an Architect in the Subs & Pay team at JioHotstar, you will shape the long-term technical vision and lead the architectural evolution of our advertising systems - spanning ad serving, targeting, measurement, and optimization. You will work across teams and tech stacks to design scalable, fault-tolerant, and cost-efficient systems that power mission-critical monetization. This is a hands-on, high-influence role that combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking. You’ll partner closely with engineering leaders, product, and data science to align architecture with business goals, while also mentoring engineers and driving a culture of engineering excellence across the org.
ABOUT THE TEAM: Subscriptions and Payments Team powers the end-to-end direct monetization engine for India’s largest subscription platform, with over 250M+ subscriptions. We build scalable, multi-tenant systems for acquiring users via D2C and partner channels, reducing churn through intelligent renewal and retry mechanisms, and integrating deeply with global and local payment ecosystems like UPI Autopay and card mandates. Our platform drives seamless onboarding, high retention, and reliable payments at scale—enabling frictionless subscription experiences across geographies and devices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the management of operational excellence, focusing on efficiency in cost and operations, and providing guidance for the team’s improvement
- Ensure the quality of the overall architecture and design of various systems and components
- Simplify complex problems into straightforward solutions
- Develop technical roadmaps for future directions and technological advancements
- Understand system interdependencies and limitations to facilitate decision-making and conflict resolution within teams
- Take ownership of building and launching key components and systems
- Influence teams technically to enhance productivity and effectiveness, while also mentoring on advanced technical matters for career development
- Facilitate rapid prototyping to identify and eliminate blind spots
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS:
- Led by example, took ownership of projects, and spearheaded the development and launch of critical components and systems
- Possess sound business judgment and strong influencing skills to drive strategic decisions and initiatives effectively
- Strong analytical thinking to dissect complex problems and devise innovative solutions, showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated proficiency in software development, leveraging hands-on experience and expertise to design and implement high-quality solutions
- Offered extensive technical knowledge in data structures, algorithms, and performance optimization, and provided comprehensive guidance across frontend and backend technologies
- Mentored team members to success while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, exhibiting strong leadership qualities
- Thrived in dynamic environments, achieved goals, and addressed challenges for long-term success
- Maintained a growth mindset, continuously expanded knowledge and skills, and contributed to a positive team culture
About Us
Perched firmly at the nucleus of spellbinding content and innovative technology, JioStar is a leading global media & entertainment company that is reimagining the way audiences consume entertainment and sports. Its television network and streaming service together reach more than 750 million viewers every week, igniting the dreams and aspirations of hundreds of million people across geographies.
JioStar is an equal opportunity employer. The company values diversity and its mission is to create a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. The company ensures that the work environment is free from any discrimination against persons with disabilities, gender, gender identity and any other characteristics or status that is legally protected.
