Liminal is hiring a
Senior Backend Software Engineer

Summary

The job is for a Senior Software Engineer with 4-6 years of experience in backend development to lead the development and scaling of Liminal's backend database systems. The role involves designing robust architectures, optimizing performance, ensuring quality assurance, collaborating with other teams, researching new technologies, owning software solutions, defining application requirements, developing applications, providing technical training, and participating in design sessions and sprint planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 4-6 years of experience in backend development
• Experience with MongoDB and GCP or AWS
• Understanding of cloud-native/serverless architectures
• In-depth understanding of different content schemas and their implications on database design and performance
• Solid foundation in Identity and Access Management principles
• Proven ability to architect high-performance systems that are scalable and reliable
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on efficiency and optimization
• Strong communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in a collaborative development environment, with a track record of successful project delivery

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of scalable backend systems
• Design and implement robust backend architectures
• Ensure high standards of code quality and system reliability through comprehensive testing and continuous integration practices
• Work closely with product managers, front-end developers, and designers to ensure seamless integration and alignment between backend services and user-facing features
• Research and integrate new technologies and methodologies to keep our backend systems at the forefront of industry standards
• Taking ownership of the analysis, design, development, and delivery of software solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of CI/CD practices, containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and microservices architecture
• A proactive attitude towards challenges and a passion for learning and applying new technologies

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on seniority and responsibility level
• Flexible schedule and remote work environment
• Health Insurance Coverage (with dental)
• 22 PTO days/year
• 9.60 €/day Meal Allowance
• One-off 275€ Home-Office setup budget