Backend Engineer

TL;DR

Backend Engineer (Java/Python): Design, implement, and test backend features for highly available microservices systems with an accent on scalability, caching, distributed persistence, and resilience. Focus on building reliable high-load services, monitoring production systems, and optimizing existing code under heavy demands.

Location: Fully remote for EU-based candidates only

Company

Fast-growing international startup building scalable software solutions.

What you will do

• Develop parts of a highly available backend using microservices architecture
• Write maintainable, clean, testable, scalable, and efficient code
• Monitor production systems and ensure resilience
• Participate in agile processes and continuous delivery
• Collaborate with developers and product experts to expand the solution worldwide

Requirements

• BSc or MSc in computer science or related field
• 3+ years professional experience as Backend Engineer
• Strong software design skills and large-scale system design
• Strong algorithmic skills and analytical problem-solving
• Good team player in agile environment
• EU based
• Excellent English speaking, writing, and verbal skills

Nice to have

• Experience in big data infrastructures

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic and international work environment
• Budget and support for self-improvement
• Tech Joker Days for creativity and innovation
• Lots of leadership opportunities in tech and people
• Flexible working hours and fully remote work

Hiring process

• Screening interview with People Team (~45 min)
• Tech screening + coding interview (90 min)
• System design interview (60 min)
• Software design interview (60 min)