Senior Backend Developer for CITIES platform developing scalable backend services and collaborating on features with a cross-functional team. Ensuring API performance and security while contributing throughout the development lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain scalable backend services for the CITIES platform
Design and implement new features and improve existing functionality
Actively contribute to the entire development lifecycle (design, implementation, testing, deployment)
Ensure the performance, security and reliability of our APIs and database schemas
Collaborate within a cross-functional team (Backend, Web, Mobile, Design, Support)
Participate in architectural decisions and help define best practices
Requirements
Several years of professional experience as a backend developer
Degree in Computer Science or a related field (e.g., University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule), Technical University (TU), or equivalent)
Deep understanding of designing RESTful APIs and services in a microservice environment
Proven skills in Node.js and experience managing MongoDB databases
Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
Ability to write clean, maintainable, and testable code
Nice to have: production experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and knowledge of cloud infrastructure management (preferably AWS)
Benefits
Work in a remote-friendly environment with flexible working hours
Creative collaboration in a young, multicultural team of experienced professionals
High-quality work equipment that can be used privately (MacBook or Lenovo laptop, noise-cancelling headphones, etc.)
Modern office with comfortable, air-conditioned workstations, height-adjustable desks, kitchen, terrace, garden, parking, and chill-out zones
Discount on private health insurance
Free drinks, fruit, and occasional company events (e.g., trips abroad)
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