Junior Backend Software Engineer

Summary

Join OLX and contribute to building a more sustainable world through trade! As a remote developer based in Poland, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams in Motors, Real Estate, OLX Classifieds, or Platforms. You'll build scalable, high-impact solutions using Golang and Kotlin, modernizing legacy systems. This role requires collaboration with engineers, SREs, and product teams, reporting to an Engineering Manager. If you are passionate about solving technical challenges and scaling cloud systems, this opportunity is for you!

Requirements

• A curious and eager learner who enjoys understanding how things work and is excited to take ownership of their work
• A developer with some experience or familiarity with software development, ideally in Golang, Java/Kotlin, or PHP, and an interest in working with databases and cloud technologies like AWS
• A problem solver who approaches challenges with a mix of technical thinking and a user-first mindset to build meaningful solutions
• A collaborative team player who is open to discussions, cross-team collaboration, and sharing knowledge with others

Responsibilities

• Contributing to projects by writing code, participating in planning, and supporting the execution of technical tasks as you develop your skills
• Being an active team member, learning from others while delivering quality work and building confidence in your technical abilities
• Bringing fresh ideas and curiosity, exploring new ways to solve problems, and helping implement software solutions with guidance from the team
• Asking questions, sharing ideas, and gradually taking ownership of the product as you gain experience
• Working closely with product managers to understand user needs and help build impactful products