Senior Backend Developer (Rust/Python/WASM)

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer (Rust/Python/WASM) to join our team. Working for a German-based company, this role offers the opportunity to work remotely on cutting-edge automation solutions . The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for creating scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain a modern, cloud-based BI platform tailored to the healthcare sector.
  • Build and optimize scalable, reliable, and secure backend solutions that form the backbone of data-driven software.
  • Collaborate with experienced developers and data analysts to create robust backend services ensuring high availability and performance.
  • Take ownership of tasks, implementing innovative ideas and contributing to the platform’s continuous improvement.
  • Drive innovation and initiative by introducing new approaches and solutions to backend development challenges.

Your qualifications and skills: 

  • Degree in computer science, software engineering or comparable qualifications
  • First practical experience in Rust or strong interest in development in Rust
  • Basic knowledge of relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL
  • Understanding of API design (REST and/or gRPC)
  • Several years of experience in backend development, especially with Rust
  • Proficiency in implementing microservices and cloud-native applications
  • Experience working with Kubernetes and managing distributed systems
  • Understanding of message and event broker systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ
  • Strong knowledge of API design and optimization (REST, gRPC)

Desirable for both seniority levels: 

  • Experience with Event-Driven Architecture
  • Knowledge in the application of security and performance optimizations in the backend area
  • Interest or experience in working with data-driven applications and/or artificial intelligence

Your benefits with us: 

  • Flexible working hours and a hybrid work culture
  • Opportunity to actively shape our innovative BI solution
  • A modern and creative working environment in an up-and-coming start-up
  • Regular team events and a collegial, friendly working atmosphere