Staff Rust Developer (Backend)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer (Backend): Leading the development of secure, scalable, and high-performance backend systems for the hirify.global Elements platform with an accent on designing, architecting, and building quality systems. Focus on hands-on coding, performance testing, and integrating experience.

Location: Berlin, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a technology company dedicated to changing data ownership for good, empowering businesses and individuals with control and ownership of their data.

What you will do

• Build and deliver secure, high-quality features and improvements for the hirify.global Elements Platform using Rust.
• Create standards-compliant world-class software systems and components, most of which will be open sourced.
• Influence architectural direction and long-term technical strategy while staying hands-on with development.
• Design and implement solutions to complex, large-scale technical challenges.
• Guide the team to build well-tested, secure, and performant services.

Requirements

• Strong backend development skills with Rust as a core expertise.
• Deep knowledge of TypeScript/Node.js; Dart experience strongly preferred.
• Expertise in cloud computing (AWS) and cloud-native environments.
• Proven track record in designing and deploying distributed systems using modern design patterns.
• Skilled in technical documentation and clear communication of architectural decisions.
• Comfortable thriving in autonomous, fast-moving startup environments and collaborating across global teams.

Nice to have

• Experience working across functions, locations, and time zones.
• Expertise in decentralized identity solutions.
• Experience building systems with advanced cryptography requirements.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model.
• Flexible working hours.
• Unlimited vacation policy.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Work within international environment.
• Learning Budget.