AHOY MATE!Are you a backend developer with a passion for Clojure? Do you enjoy solving complex problems and building clean, maintainable systems?
Ahoy! You might be the developer we’ve been searching for!
As a Senior Backend Developer, you’ll be a key part of our backend team, designing, building, and maintaining the core applications of our platform. You’ll collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to develop scalable, high-quality solutions using Clojure and other modern technologies.
This is your chance to take ownership of critical backend systems and help shape the future of our platform. This role is for those based in Berlin, as we believe the best work happens when we can collaborate in person.
DUTIES ON DECK- Architect, design, and implement backend services in Clojure.
- Build scalable APIs and services to support high-throughput, low-latency applications.
- Monitor and optimize system performance and reliability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions that meet business objectives
- Maintain and improve our existing codebase, ensuring high standards for quality and maintainability.
- Lead technical discussions, propose new tools and technologies, and guide best practices
YOUR TREASURE OF EXPERIENCE- 5+ years of backend development experience, with at least 2 years working in Clojure.
- Good understanding of functional programming principles and best practices.
- Expertise in working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and non-relational databases (e.g., Redis)
- Experience in building and maintaining event streaming services.
- Familarity with automated testing frameworks and performance monitoring tools.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Experience with the AWS ecosystem and Terraform is a plus.
- Excellent ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and concisely and proficiency in English
THE PIRATE SHIP OFFERS YOU- A unique and open company culture, where sharing ideas is our lifeblood
- The opportunity to leave your footprint aboard the pirate ship
- Flexible working hours
- A MacBook (also for private use) as well as any other needed equipment including a very lovely remote IT support
- A yearly business summits and legendary team events
- Mental health impulse sessions and relaxation sessions
- Save money with corporate discounts across brands like Adidas, LG, Bosch, Apple, and more
- 50 euros for home office allowance per month
- Ticket restaurant card
- Private Travel Insurance
- Further training budget at your free disposition
- Inspiring mates from all over the world
- Visa assistance for internationals
- You can work remotely as often as you wish, or come to our cool office in Berlin Mitte