Senior Backend Engineer

Summary

Join Europe's fastest-growing marketplace for refurbished products as a Senior Backend Engineer. You will be part of a cross-functional product squad focused on enhancing the post-purchase experience or strengthening the marketplace's supply side. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining core APIs and backend services, integrating third-party systems, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in designing scalable backend services, strong proficiency in Go, and a deep understanding of distributed systems. Excellent English skills and a European time zone-based location are required. The company offers a flexible work environment, including remote work options and a vibrant office in Vienna.

Requirements

• You have extensive experience designing and building scalable backend services in a modern production environment
• You have strong proficiency in Go and a deep understanding of distributed systems and service-oriented architecture
• You are well-versed in SQL and relational database design
• You’re a self-starter with strong ownership, initiative, and the ability to quickly learn and navigate complex systems
• You’re open-minded and communicate with clarity, directness, and respect
• You value humility, are low-ego, and thrive in a collaborative, transparent culture
• You have excellent English skills and you are based in a European time zone
• You are curious and eager to experiment with new and better ways of developing software, whether it’s a new framework, the latest AI tool, or developing a new practice

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain our core APIs and backend services
• Integrate third-party systems and APIs into our platform
• Contribute to the design and implementation of new features and system components
• Collaborate closely with other engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions

Preferred Qualifications

A degree in Computer Science (or a related field) or equivalent work experience is desired as it provides a strong foundation for tackling the complex challenges we work on

Benefits

• You'll have access to a dedicated learning budget within your department to support your growth, whether it's courses, conferences, or other learning opportunities that matter to you
• We partner with Likeminded, offering you private sessions with experts for your personal growth and mental health
• We frequently host internal workshops, allowing our teams to further develop their skills in different areas and enhancing collaboration across departments
• We care about a healthy work/life balance. We not only function and support a fully remote setting but also offer the possibility to work from our beautiful office in the vibrant heart of Vienna – we love dogs, so feel free to bring your furry little buddy too 😊
• We trust you to do the best job, so we don't care so much when you do it – you are able to self-organize
• You will also be invited to take part in our office weeks, happening three times a year, where you will have the chance to work side by side with your colleagues and enjoy the team-building events and on-site workshops