Senior/Staff Backend Engineer - Golang & Web3 at Impossible Cloud
Requirements
YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT FOR THE ROLE IF YOU HAVE
- Software Development Experience: 6+ years of hands-on experience in software development, ideally within web3, distributed systems, or high-load.
- Academic Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
- Golang Mastery: Excellent knowledge and proven experience with Golang programming language, including secure coding practices and optimization techniques.
- Database Expertise: In-depth experience with both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB), with a strong focus on query optimization, schema design, and database performance tuning.
- Blockchain Integration Expertise: Strong understanding of blockchain technology, including experience integrating with blockchains and smart contracts.
- API Development: Experience in designing and developing RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.
- Software Engineering Best Practices: Strong understanding of development principles, including design patterns, testing, version control, and CI/CD.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to overcoming technical challenges.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a remote-first, cross-functional team environment.
Scope of Work
IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL
- Design and Architect:
a. Design resilient and scalable backend architectures that meet project specifications and requirements.
- Develop Applications:
a. Develop efficient, robust, and secure backend applications in Golang, with a focus on security, high performance and scalability.
b. Leverage optimization techniques to maximize application efficiency and system scalability.
c. Build comprehensive automated testing suites to ensure reliability, performance, and seamless operation in production environments.
- Deploy and Maintain Applications:
a. Oversee the deployment of backend applications across development and production environments.
b. Provide ongoing support, troubleshooting, and upgrades for live applications.
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:
a. Work closely with other teams to facilitate seamless integration of backend applications within larger application ecosystems.
- Uphold Industry Standards:
a. Consistently apply best practices in design, development, security, efficiency, and compliance to all development and deployment processes.
Benefits
WHAT WE OFFER
• Competitive salary coupled with direct engagement in your success through an enticing ESOP and token participation program.
• Ideal company stage with established initial revenue and a distinctive edge in the web3 industry.
• Collaboration with experienced, passionate, and supportive colleagues, leveraging cutting-edge technology.
• Fantastic office situated in a trendy location with access to complimentary healthy brain food and a subsidized premium gym membership.
• Monthly collaborative meet-up weeks featuring team events in Hamburg, which are fully covered by the company.
OUR CULTURE
We are committed to success. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds who share the goal of building a future European cloud champion. We place great importance on in-person collaboration and open communication, and we value working together regularly at our Hamburg headquarters. If you are an innovative thinker with a passion for driving success in decentralised technology and the cloud industry, we invite you to apply.
Join a workplace that values your well-being, fosters a vibrant and collaborative atmosphere, and play a key role in shaping the future of the Cloud.
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About Impossible Cloud
Impossible Cloud is Europe's premiere cloud storage solution.
Our decentralized cloud architecture outperforms current cloud solutions with faster, cheaper, more secure cloud storage. Made in Germany, Impossible Cloud stores all data in top tier, GDPR-compliant data centers and integrates seamlessly with any data management or backup solution.
Whether you’re looking for a high-performance, lower cost alternative to public cloud or a secure, scalable alternative to private cloud, Impossible Cloud offers industry-leading availability, durability, and security for a fraction of the cost. It's easy to switch with just a single line of code.