Senior Software Engineer (Remote - Europe)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer in Europe.As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role in building scalable backend systems that enable real-time coordination of connected energy devices, helping accelerate the transition to renewable energy. You will join a high-impact, fast-moving team working closely with senior leadership and customer-facing teams to bring innovative solutions from concept to production. The role involves hands-on development, designing robust distributed systems, and translating complex requirements into reliable, production-ready services. You will influence the architecture, ensure system reliability, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver measurable impact. The environment encourages innovation, autonomy, and a balance of speed and quality in an early-stage, mission-driven climate tech context.AccountabilitiesDesign, build, and scale backend systems powering real-time energy device orchestrationDevelop distributed services for site-level optimization, aggregated-load modeling, dispatch, and controlCollaborate with engineers and stakeholders to extend platform capabilities for complex grid-scale use casesTranslate customer and internal requirements into robust, production-ready systemsEnsure reliability, scalability, and performance of key systems from pilot stages to live deploymentsTake ownership of projects end-to-end, from ideation through production and iterationContribute to team knowledge sharing and maintain high engineering standardsRequirementsProven experience as a backend or full-stack engineer building maintainable, testable, and scalable systemsExperience with distributed systems or large-scale backend servicesStrong proficiency in programming languages and frameworks such as TypeScript, Node.js, and cloud platforms (AWS preferred)Experience with real-time data systems (e.g., DynamoDB, TimescaleDB, or Axiom) and API-first architectureAbility to take ownership and navigate ambiguity in fast-moving, early-stage environmentsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to balance speed with long-term technical foundationsExcellent communication and collaboration skills with engineers, senior leadership, and customersBonus: prior experience in energy/IoT products, handling on-call responsibilities, or distributed infrastructureBenefitsOpportunity to make a tangible impact in a mission-driven climate tech startupCompetitive compensation, including employee option program participationRemote-first work in Europe, with optional office access or co-working supportFlexible, human-first culture that values autonomy and work-life balanceThree annual team off-sites in exciting locationsStipend for home office setupCollaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environmentJobgether 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 core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.Thank you for your interest!