Senior Backend Developer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer to join our small but growing engineering team of 7 engineers. You will play a critical role in shaping the future of our backend systems, working directly with our CTO to define our technical roadmap and establish the engineering standards that will power our growth. As a mentor, you will be a force multiplier, elevating the skills and careers of our junior team members.

The ideal candidate will have a strong emphasis on API and business logic development along with establishing and enforcing best practices for the backend team.

Key Responsibilities :

• Architect, design, and implement scalable APIs and business logic using and PostgreSQL
• Lead API design discussions, ensuring robust authentication (authn) and authorization (authz) mechanisms
• Apply common security practices for APIs and data, including secure data handling, encryption, and protection against common vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS)
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas, ensuring data integrity and performance
• Collaborate closely with the CTO to establish, document, and enforce backend best practices
• Mentor and upskill junior engineers, providing code reviews, technical guidance, and support
• Stay up to date with the latest backend technologies, frameworks, and industry trends
• Able to work independently in a hybrid work environment (2 days / week work from home)

About You :

You're more than just a developer; you're a builder, a mentor, and a leader. You have a passion for creating high-quality, maintainable systems that stand the test of time. You enjoy the process of teaching and learning, and you find genuine satisfaction in helping junior engineers grow in their careers. You are someone who takes pride in their work and is excited by the opportunity to shape the technical direction of a growing organization. If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise and leadership will have a significant impact, this is the place for you.

If you are passionate about backend engineering, mentoring, and establishing technical excellence with our and PostgreSQL stack, we invite you to apply

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