Backend Engineer

Job Description

We're seeking a Backend Engineer for a leading telemedicine platform in Germany, to build and further develop efficient and secure data communication channels across systems.

What you’ll do

• Build Scalable APIs: Develop and maintain highly efficient RESTful APIs using Python and Django, supporting cutting-edge healthcare applications
• Cloud Infrastructure: Design, deploy, and optimize services on AWS cloud infrastructure
• Enhance API Security: Implement robust security measures to safeguard sensitive data and authentication mechanisms
• Performance Optimization: Use tools like Datadog and CloudWatch to monitor and optimize system performance
• Collaborate and Share Knowledge: Promote a culture of learning through knowledge-sharing sessions and pair programming
• Maintain High Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code that adheres to industry best practices

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience with Python and Python-based frameworks (preferably Django)
• Strong SQL skills and experience with Object-Relational Mapping (ORMs)
• Experience with cloud services (preferably AWS) 
• Competency with revision control systems (we use Git)
• Engineering degree, or equivalent experience
• Fluent in English, written and spoken
• Strong collaboration skills with both developers and other subject matter experts
• Proactive and problem-solving attitude

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive salary package that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions
• Dynamic Team Environment: Be an integral part of a cross-functional, international, diverse, highly motivated, and open-minded team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Access a personal development budget per year, with 2 additional days of leave for attending conferences and courses as of LinkedIn Learning tool
• Generous Vacation Package: Enjoy up to 30 vacation days per year, ensuring a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Embrace the flexibility of home office options and adaptable working hours to suit your lifestyle and preferences.
• Top-of-the-Line Tools: Receive a notebook of your choice and all the tools and gadgets necessary to enhance your productivity and efficiency.
• Active Lifestyle Benefits: If you enjoy riding a bike, profit from our cooperation with JobRad, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.
• Engaging Team and Company Events: Participate in regular fun team and company events, including Oktoberfest, Isar-rafting tours, laser-tag, and much more, fostering a vibrant and enjoyable work environment
• Modern and Comfortable Workspace: Work in our modern, bright, and spacious office, and recharge at our hangout lounge where you can enjoy free fruits, snacks, and drinks