What is a Software Engineer at Iheartmedia?
A Software Engineer at Iheartmedia works at the intersection of media, entertainment, and cutting-edge technology. As the leading audio company in the United States, Iheartmedia delivers multi-platform music, news, podcasts, and sports content to hundreds of millions of listeners. Software engineers here do not just write code; they build and scale the critical infrastructure that powers live audio streaming, content distribution networks, digital ad-tech engines, and internal broadcast operations tools.
In this role, your work directly impacts millions of active users who rely on seamless audio delivery across web, mobile, smart speakers, and automotive integrations. Whether you are optimizing a high-concurrency real-time streaming pipeline, developing features for the consumer-facing web player, or building robust internal tools for the Broadcast Operations Center, your solutions must be highly available, scalable, and resilient.
The engineering culture at Iheartmedia values practical execution, collaborative problem-solving, and a strong sense of product ownership. Teams are highly cross-functional, meaning you will collaborate closely with Product Managers, UX Designers, and engineering leadership to translate complex business requirements into elegant technical solutions. It is an environment where domain knowledge, clean code, and system reliability are prioritized to keep the nation’s largest audio network running smoothly.
