Senior Backend Engineer (Rust)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Engineer (Rust): Building and optimizing secure, scalable, and high-performance backend systems for the hirify.global Elements platform with an accent on decentralized digital identity and data ownership. Focus on designing production-quality distributed systems, implementing asynchronous cryptography, and solving complex large-scale technical challenges.

Location: Hybrid in Berlin, Germany

Company

A technology company dedicated to changing data ownership through decentralized digital identity solutions and the creation of a trusted digital credentials ecosystem.

What you will do

• Develop secure, high-quality features and improvements for the hirify.global Elements Platform using Rust.
• Create standards-compliant software systems and components, contributing to the open-source and decentralized community.
• Contribute to the architectural direction and design of production-quality distributed systems.
• Implement solutions to complex, large-scale technical challenges.
• Drive critical improvements in product quality, security, and performance.
• Mentor the team and elevate engineering standards through best practices and code quality.

Requirements

• Strong backend development expertise with Rust as a core skill.
• Deep knowledge of TypeScript/Node.js; experience with Dart is strongly preferred.
• Expertise in cloud computing (AWS) and cloud-native environments.
• Proven track record in developing distributed systems using modern design patterns.
• Experience applying asynchronous cryptography in production-grade products.
• Must be based in or able to work from Berlin, Germany due to the hybrid working model.

Nice to have

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

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
• Unlimited vacation policy.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Learning budget, mobile allowance, and home office allowance.
• International work environment and Urban Sport membership.