Backend Software Engineer
At a glance
Mid-level Backend Engineering role at Northflank. Remote, European Union · full-time · £75,000–£104,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Create backend systems and APIs that can scale, while tuning database speed and the way data is organized
- Keep microservices running and design for reliable service when parts of the system fail
- Coordinate with frontend and DevOps teams, and contribute to reviews of code and technical decisions
What you bring
- You have at least three years of experience building backend software
- You can use Go, Python or Node.js and work with both SQL and NoSQL databases
- You understand REST-style APIs and how microservices are structured
Who this fits
This remote role suits a mid-level backend engineer focused on building and maintaining platform services. Your working hours need to fall within two hours of UTC.
From the employer
Northflank is a cutting-edge cloud platform enabling developers to build and ship highly scalable, full-stack applications faster than ever before. We are a venture-backed company, and our platform is used by tens of thousands of developers worldwide in production.
We are currently looking for a backend software engineer to join our team of passionate, dedicated professionals. As a backend software engineer at Northflank, you will play a crucial role in building core technology and contributing to the platform's stability, performance, and product roadmap.
This position is remote.
Timezone: Working hours aligned with UTC ± 2 hours
Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement scalable backend systems and APIs
Optimize database performance and data structures
Develop and maintain microservices architecture
Ensure high availability and fault tolerance of our systems
Collaborate with front-end developers and DevOps teams
Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
Requirements:
3+ years of experience in backend development
Proficiency in languages such as Go, Python, or Node.js
Strong knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL)
Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with distributed systems and message queues
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of CI/CD practices and tools
Contributions to open-source projects
We offer a competitive salary, equity, and benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing startup at the forefront of the cloud-native revolution.
If you are passionate about infrastructure software and want to join a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation
The compensation for this role will depend on a number of factors including but not limited to: skill set, experience, training, and location. The salary range is between £45k-£100k.
Diversity Statement
At Northflank, we are committed to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued, respected, and supported, regardless of their background or identity. We are dedicated to providing equal treatment and opportunity throughout hiring, selection, and employment regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected category. Northflank is an equal opportunity employer.
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