Back-end Engineer (Remote - Europe)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Back-end Engineer in Europe.In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and developing the scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems that power innovative business tools. You'll collaborate with product, frontend, and infrastructure teams to build reliable APIs and services that seamlessly support users across multiple platforms. This position is ideal for someone passionate about clean architecture, backend optimization, and delivering efficient, reliable solutions in a cloud-native environment. You'll work with a modern tech stack and have the opportunity to shape the foundation of systems used by entrepreneurs around the world.AccountabilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs within a microservices architectureIntegrate systems with relational and non-relational databases (MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL) and ensure efficient data handlingBuild Node.js middleware to connect backend services to frontend applicationsCollaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and frontend engineers, to deliver end-to-end solutionsImplement best practices for security, performance, and reliability in all backend systemsDeploy and monitor services using AWS tools (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, etc.) and troubleshoot issues as they ariseWrite unit and integration tests to ensure system stability and maintainabilityMaintain high standards for code quality through documentation, peer reviews, and adherence to best practicesRequirementsMinimum of 3 years of professional experience in backend developmentStrong expertise with Java (Spring Boot or similar) and Node.js frameworksHands-on experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and/or MongoDBSolid understanding of RESTful API design (GraphQL experience is a plus)Familiarity with AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda) and cloud-based deploymentStrong debugging skills and knowledge of backend architecture, distributed systems, and database optimizationExcellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across time zonesCommitment to writing clean, scalable, and testable code that adheres to coding standardsFlexibility to work in European or US time zones as neededBonus qualifications:Experience with Docker and containerized applicationsFamiliarity with Terraform or other infrastructure-as-code toolsAWS certifications or equivalent cloud experienceExperience in startup or high-growth environmentsKnowledge of event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.)BenefitsCompetitive compensation package with strong potential for growthOpportunity to work with a forward-thinking, innovative international teamCollaborative, remote-first work environment that values transparency and learningExposure to modern technologies and hands-on cloud-based developmentProfessional development opportunities and continuous learning supportJobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.📊 It compares your profile to the job's key requirements and success indicators to determine your match score.🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the top three candidates most aligned with the role.🧠 When necessary, our human team performs an additional manual review to ensure no exceptional profile is overlooked.This process is transparent, skill-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your professional fit for the position.Once the shortlist is complete, it is shared directly with the company offering the role, which then handles final interviews and hiring decisions.Thank you for your interest!