Senior Backend Engineer

Gorgias, a leading conversational AI platform for ecommerce, is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their growing team. The company serves over 15,000 ecommerce brands and is built specifically for Shopify integration.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale systems handling millions of shoppers and thousands of merchants. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing APIs, features, and models that power the platform's core functionality. You'll work in a hybrid environment from Paris, with a competitive base salary of €86k annually.

Key responsibilities include designing scalable features, working closely with cross-functional teams, shipping production code autonomously, and participating in on-call rotations. The ideal candidate should have strong experience with Python (or equivalent languages like Ruby, Node.js, Java, or C#) and be comfortable with DevOps tools like Docker and Kubernetes.

The company offers an impressive benefits package, including 5 weeks vacation, 16 weeks parental leave, health insurance, and substantial learning and wellness budgets. Gorgias has a strong focus on work-life balance and professional development, with regular company summits and retreats.

The engineering team consists of 100+ professionals, providing ample opportunity for learning and growth. You'll be joining a fast-paced environment where multiple product shipments occur daily, requiring strong technical skills and business acumen.

Gorgias values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from candidates who might not meet every requirement but bring unique perspectives. The company has recently raised a Series C-2 funding of $29M and maintains high ratings on platforms like Glassdoor (4.3) and Comparably (4.7).

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make a significant impact in the ecommerce space while working with cutting-edge technology and a supportive team.