Who you are

• We are looking for a motivated intermediate backend engineer who loves the Internet and enjoys learning, sharing knowledge, and applying new technologies to solve complex problems
• You should be comfortable navigating existing codebases and collaborating closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-quality software for our users
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of experience as a backend software engineer or in a similar role
• Proficiency in Python or Go, or experience with similar modern backend languages. We value strong engineering fundamentals and a problem-solving mindset over specific syntax
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs, ideally using web frameworks such as FastAPI or Gin
• Hands-on experience with relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL (schema design, query optimization)
• Solid understanding of web technologies, protocols, and standards (HTTP, REST, JSON, XML)
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration practices and tools
• Proficient with Git and modern branching workflows
• Comfortable working in agile environments using Jira or similar tools
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and debugging ability
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Experience collaborating in a remote, distributed team environment
• Clear and proactive communication skills
• Experience with message brokers, preferably RabbitMQ
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and containerization/orchestration tools such as Docker Swarm, Nomad, or Kubernetes
• Knowledge of API security standards, token management, and access control mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT, OpenAPI, etc.)
• Familiarity with networking, Linux system administration, and infrastructure operations

What the job involves

• As a Backend Software Engineer, you’ll design, implement, and maintain the server-side components of our web applications, databases, and APIs
• Design and develop secure, scalable, reliable, and efficient backend services using modern frameworks and tools
• Collaborate with frontend developers to define clear and consistent API endpoints, request/response formats, and data contracts
• Design and optimize database schemas, write performant SQL queries, and ensure data integrity and reliability
• Integrate third-party services, libraries, and tools within the application architecture
• Apply security best practices, including encryption, authentication, authorization, and mitigation of common security vulnerabilities
• Continuously improve code quality, performance, and maintainability through thoughtful design and refactoring
• Write comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure system reliability and stability
• Debug and troubleshoot issues in both new and existing systems
• Participate in code reviews, share constructive feedback, and help foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Document code, APIs, and system architecture to support knowledge sharing and efficient onboarding
• Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes

Benefits

• Flexible work hours and an asynchronous approach
• Remote-first
• "Distributed Workplace Bonus"
• Health, vision, dental benefits
• Annual Flexible Health Spending and Lifestyle Spending dollars
• Learning and development programs with a flexible, annual learning reimbursement fund
• Mental health benefits
• Employee resource groups
• Family/fertility planning support, parental and adoptive leave
• Three weeks of leave, plenty of personal days, and annual paid gratitude days over the holiday season
• Stock options
• Retirement savings plan contributions