Design, develop, and operate backend services and cloud infrastructure based on AWS and Kubernetes, ensuring availability, scalability, and security across the platform.
ResponsibilitiesBackend & Microservices
* Develop and maintain backend services (ideally Python / FastAPI or similar).
* Design APIs, data pipelines, and internal services.
* Integrate services with relational or time-series databases (MariaDB, InfluxDB, QuestDB).
DevOps & Cloud
* Operate and deploy services on Kubernetes (manifests, Helm, Kustomize).
* Build and maintain Docker images and container workflows.
* Implement CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Bitbucket Pipelines).
* Manage infrastructure in AWS (IAM, VPC, S3, ECR, EC2/EKS, CloudWatch).
* Apply Infrastructure-as-Code principles (Terraform or Ansible).
Collaboration
* Work closely with engineering and R&D teams to integrate sensors, services, and data sources.
* Document system architecture, data flows, operational procedures, and deployments.
* Proactively propose improvements in cost efficiency, reliability, automation, and developer experience.
Required Skills (Hard Skills)
* Strong experience in backend development (ideally Python; Go, Java, or Node also welcome).
* Proficiency with Docker and secure container image creation.
* Hands-on experience in Kubernetes operations (manifests, Helm, Kustomize, debugging).
* Solid knowledge of AWS (IAM, VPC, S3, EC2/EKS, logging/monitoring).
* Experience with relational or time-series databases (MariaDB, InfluxDB, QuestDB).
* Comfortable using Git and working with CI/CD pipelines.
* Bash scripting and strong documentation practices.
* Experience using AI-assisted coding tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor, etc.).
Soft Skills
* Self-starter: able to take initiative and move projects forward independently.
* Team player with strong communication skills.
* Comfortable in remote-first, distributed working environments.
* Strong ownership mentality: takes responsibility end-to-end.
* Enjoys fast feedback loops, iterative delivery, and continuous improvement.
* Thrives in a startup environment where flexibility and autonomy matter.
What We Offer
* A technical project with real-world impact in industrial and research environments.
* High autonomy and direct influence on technical decisions.
* A small, manageable team with low bureaucracy.
* Full remote work.
* A long-term growth opportunity.
Salary & Compensation
* €40K - gross annual salary
* Stock options as part of the long-term incentive plan
Recruitment Process
* Introductory Interview (30 min) Get to know each other, discuss your experience, and explain the role and product.
* Take-Home Technical Test (4–6 hours, to complete within 1 week) A practical backend/DevOps exercise you complete at your own pace.
* Technical Review Interview (1 hour) Deep dive into your solution, architecture reasoning, and approach.
* Founders Interview & Cultural Fit (30 min) Alignment on values, expectations, and working style.
* Final Alignment Call (30 min) Clarify compensation, logistics, and next steps.