Helsinki
Est. expiry Sep 8
Last seen Oct 5
Posted Aug 4 · 62 days ago
Open 62 days, longer than the usual 35 for this role
Backend Engineer
At a glance
Senior Backend Engineer at a remote-first European company. Build scalable backend services using Go, gRPC, and cloud infrastructure. Collaborate in cross-functional squads and mentor juniors. Flexible work setup with a remote-first culture and occasional office weeks in Vienna.
Original job descriptionJob description
We are seeking a experienced Senior Backend Engineer (f/m/x) to join our Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for design and implementation of scalable backend services that power Refurbed’s marketplace. You will work as part of one of our cross-functional product squads, collaborating closely with other engineers, product managers, designers, and business members to deliver robust, reliable, and high-performance solutions that enhance the experience of both our customers and our sellers. Our technology stack is built on proven, modern, and open-source technologies. On the backend, we primarily use Go, gRPC, PostgreSQL, Redis, and RabbitMQ. On the frontend, we leverage Vue.js, Alpine.js, and Tailwind CSS to craft intuitive, responsive user interfaces. Our infrastructure runs on Google Cloud Platform, orchestrated with Kubernetes, ensuring reliability and scalability at every layer.
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Skills & Technologies
GogRPCPostgreSQLRedisRabbitMQSQLDistributed SystemsService-oriented ArchitectureGo Ecosystem KnowledgeVue.jsKubernetesGoogle Cloud PlatformDockerREST/APIs
Education Level
No degree requiredHow this salary compares
Estimated €8,222 - €14,278Est. take-home €5,007 - €7,971
Estimated from 17 comparable listings
11% below senior roles
€4,760€13,693 median€20,609
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| senior roles | €5,300 per month | €13,693 per month | €16,935 per month |
| This offer | €8,222 per month | €11,250 per month | €14,278 per month |
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain our core APIs and backend services
- Own the operations and the monitoring of production systems
- Integrate third-party systems and APIs into our platform
- Own design and implementation of new features and services
- Identify best practices and create standards for the engineering department
- Develop documentation and diagrams to communicate solutions
- Mentor junior colleagues and onboard new joiners
- Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions
- Proactively share insights and results in meetings
- Occasionally propagate backend changes to frontend
Requirements
- 7+ years experience designing and building scalable backend services in a modern production environment
- Strong proficiency in Go and deep understanding of distributed systems and service-oriented architecture
- Well-versed in SQL and relational database design
- General knowledge of the frontend world and ability to perform basic tasks in frontend apps
- Self-starter with strong ownership, initiative, and ability to learn quickly
- Clear, respectful communication; humble and collaborative culture
- Excellent English skills; European time-zone based
- Degree in Computer Science (or related field) or equivalent work experience is desired
Recruitment Process
- Application review
Refurbed · 9 open roles
Top locations (all time): Remote - Europe · 5 · Remote - Global · 4 · Remote · 4
| Location | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Remote - Europe | 5 |
| Remote - Global | 4 |
| Remote | 4 |
| Role type | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Backend Engineer | 2 |
| Category Manager | 2 |
| PR & Brand Manager | 1 |
| Junior Finance Operations Manager | 1 |
| Senior Full Stack Engineer | 1 |
| Business Development Manager | 1 |
| Machine Learning Product Manager | 1 |
| Senior Strategic Project Manager | 1 |
| Senior AI Engineer | 1 |
| Markets Lead | 1 |
| Account Manager | 1 |
| Role level | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Senior | 10 |
| Manager | 2 |
| Junior | 1 |
About the employer
refurbed is Europe’s fastest-growing marketplace for refurbished products and remote-first by design.
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