Backend Software Engineer (Remote, Full-time)

Job Description

Transifex, a Greek-born company, internationally recognized by today's tech leaders as a leading agile localization and translation management platform, is seeking an experienced Backend Software Engineer with a strong technical background and proven expertise in the AI/ML field. Our platform is empowered by AI, enabling seamless and efficient localization processes. Recognized as a 'Best Workplace' and 'Best in Tech' in Greece for 2023 and 2024, join us in shaping the future of localization technology.

This person will be a contributor to the success of Transifex's customers, including Hubspot, Vodafone, Eventbrite, Waze, and Datadog, that rely on Transifex to achieve a truly multilingual, global presence.

While considering this position, take into account what we value here at Transifex. We come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, but we share one thing in common: We thrive by working together everyday. We are looking for candidates who reflect our values below which are vital for the culture and the life at Transifex:

• Be a true teammate
• Consistently grow
• Advocate for the Customer
• Truly own it
• Be your whole self

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop and scale the code that powers the Transifex SaaS platform
• Collaboratively develop, integrate, and optimize Large Language Models (LLMs) to automate and enhance localization workflows.
• Write well-structured, maintainable and highly performing code
• Design and implement distributed systems that use the microservices architecture
• Deploy, monitor and troubleshoot on production
• Work in a cross-functional team, in collaboration with Product Managers and Designers, to shape product requirements and implement them
• Write code that adheres to our internal standards for best practices for high-scale web applications and ensure high quality through code reviews

Requirements

We will only proceed with candidates based within GMT and GMT+4 time zones

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or a proven strong background)
• At least 3 years of work experience in the IT sector
• Excellent communication skills in English, particularly written communications
• Passion and experience with performance and scalability of web applications
• Solid knowledge of database systems
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with design patterns and code architecture
• Strong programming abilities, preferably in Python
• Experience with Django is a strong plus
• Know how to write and maintain unit and system tests
• Comfort in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, start-up environment

Note: If you feel your experience does not match some of the above requirements, please specify as such on your application.

Technologies we use:

• Python, Django and Flask
• Javascript and Node.js
• PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ and Redis
• ELK Stack
• OpenAI, VertexAI, AWS Bedrock, scikit-learn
• Docker
• Microservices
• AWS
• Kubernetes
• Helm
• Terraform
• Jenkins

Will be an Advantage

• Previous experience working at a PLG company and building features to support that model.
• Experience in developing products leveraging LLMs.
• A focus not only on technical excellence but also on delivering high user value.

Benefits

The health of our company and the success of the SaaS product we offer is directly related to the work environment we create for ourselves. With this in mind, we strive to create a welcoming and positive place in which we work and thrive! And we are proud to be recognized as a 2024 Best Workplace and Best in Tech companies with fewer than 50 employees in Greece, creating an outstanding experience for our people. For our team members, we offer:

• Private Health & Dental Insurance Plan
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Ticket Restaurant Card (GR)
• Fully Remote & Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Sabbatical Leave and other types of leave
• Learning Opportunities
• Cool co-working space with amenities & parking (GR)
• Top notch equipment of your choice
• Equipment allowance to set up your home office
• Monthly remote-work stipend
• Company Fun Events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Calm Meditation App Subscription
• Yoga sessions
• Amazing culture and close-knit team

About Transifex

Built for fast-growing companies, Transifex's open, cloud-based platform helps push digital content across multiple languages and accelerates the delivery of content with a continuous localization workflow. Customers using Transifex can be assured that new content is always translated, and the latest translations are included with each release. This means faster time ­to ­market and a better experience for end users. Transifex has customers in nearly 50 countries representing about 40,000 projects and over 320,000 users, localizing content in 150+ languages.

Transifex believes that diversity enhances the ability to deliver our first class software services. Our workplace is discrimination-free and we are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities. Our belief is that diversity of background, experience and perspectives promotes both a better environment for our employees and a better user/customer platform. These are key values we trust in and we invite all qualified applicants to join the #remotefirst world of Transifex.