Backend Engineer

A supply chain platform revolutionizing construction material sourcing, distribution, and financing for the Western Market, founded in 2021.
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
51 - 100 Employees
Enterprise SaaS · Logistics

Description For Backend Engineer

Join a pioneering supply chain platform revolutionizing the construction materials industry. Founded in 2021, this Berlin-based company has quickly grown to serve hundreds of clients, generating exponential growth toward profitability. The platform leverages digital innovation and AI to streamline the connection between suppliers and buyers, eliminating middlemen and offering comprehensive services including cloud inventory management, fulfillment solutions, and fintech capabilities.

As a Backend Engineer, you'll be integral to developing and maintaining the core platform that's transforming how construction materials are sourced and distributed globally. You'll work with modern technologies including Java and PostgreSQL, building scalable microservices and contributing to a system that handles significant transaction volumes.

The company, with 75+ employees across Germany, China, and India, is on track to generate triple-digit million GMV. You'll join a dynamic team in Berlin, collaborating with experienced founders and top-tier investors. The role offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to make a real impact in the construction supply chain industry.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills in Java and database systems with excellent communication abilities. You'll need experience with distributed systems, CI/CD practices, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level engineer looking to take on significant responsibility in a rapidly growing company.

Benefits include an attractive compensation package, the chance to work with serial founders, and collaboration with industry leaders. The company's commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures a welcoming environment for all team members.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For Backend Engineer

  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and own the full cycle software development of the product
  • Write clean code to develop functional applications
  • Build reusable code and libraries for future use
  • Manage individual project priorities and deliverables
  • Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
  • Gather and address technical and design requirements
  • Stay up to date with the latest trends in technology

Requirements For Backend Engineer

Java
Python
PostgreSQL
  • Excellent communicator both around technical and non-technical people
  • Deep knowledge in Java, proficiency in Python is a plus
  • Experience in working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or BigQuery
  • Ability to write clean, maintainable, and reusable code
  • Familiar with modern CI/CD and developer tooling
  • Experience with distributed systems and microservices
  • Proactive in suggesting alternative solutions
  • Eligibility to work within the EU

Benefits For Backend Engineer

  • Entrepreneurial freedom with pre-validated business model
  • Join experienced founding team of serial and 2nd-time founders
  • Attractive base and bonus compensation program
  • Collaboration with top-tier investors and angles including unicorn founders

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