Backend Engineer | AWS, Python, TypeScript | Berlin (Hybrid)

Backend Engineer with strong skills in AWS, Python and TypeScript is sought after by the creators of a leading qualitative data analysis software that is used all over the world. The company is proud of their flat structure allowing all their staff to openly engage and contribute to the product development.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Design and maintain the AWS-based backend architecture.
• Build efficient Lambda functions using modern frameworks.
• Optimize backend performance and scalability, leveraging PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, and caching strategies.
• Implement and advocate for robust testing practices, including unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Uphold and evolve our development and documentation standards using tools like Poetry, GitHub Actions, and Confluence.
• Manage and maintain interfaces between our core products, account system, and desktop applications.
• Collaborate closely with frontend developers, AI engineers, QA engineers, product managers, and UX/UI designers.
• Thrive in an agile environment and actively contribute to a supportive and collaborative team culture.

Skills & experience required to be successful:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in backend development with Python using frameworks like Django, Flask or FastAPI
• Strong knowledge of AWS services (e.g., Lambdas, S3) and are eager to deepen your AWS expertise.
• Proficiency in TypeScript or JavaScript and familiar with libraries like Boto3.
• You bring solid experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, and ORM tools.
• You have practical experience with dependency management tools (Poetry, UV, PIP) and CI/CD using GitHub Actions.
• You’ve worked in agile teams (Scrum or Kanban) and are comfortable with test automation.
• You understand software performance optimization, scalability, and design pattern implementation.
• You demonstrate strong initiative, excellent communication skills, and thrive in collaborative team environments.

Benefits:

• Annual salary of up to €65k depending on experience
• Hybrid working options with an amazing office near the central station in Berlin
• Benefits including gym membership, transport tickets and discount schemes
• Fruit, Veggies, Snacks & drinks for free
• Monthly breakfast/lunch outings and after-work events/parties

If you are an experienced Backend Engineer and think this could be a fit, apply or reach out for more details!