Senior Backend Engineer (Java)
Specialist to be the first point of contact for our users. You’ll not only resolve their questions with empathy
and clarity but also be our eyes and ears, bringing structured feedback from users back to the product
team. This is your chance to join early and influence a product that could scale to millions of users around the
world.
What you’ll do
● Architect, develop, and maintain scalable and secure backend systems for our mobile app
● Design and implement real-time communication, geolocation services, and data storage solutions
● Build and optimize APIs to support a smooth and responsive mobile experience
● Ensure system reliability, security, and efficiency through best practices in database management
and cloud infrastructure
● Participate in key decisions on backend tech stack, infrastructure, and team processes
● Monitor and improve system performance, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal response
times
● Collaborate with the mobile engineers to ensure seamless integration between frontend and
backend
● Establish CI/CD pipelines, testing and deployment strategies for smooth development workflows
Who we’re looking for
● 5+ years of experience in backend development, ideally with consumer-facing mobile apps
● Strong expertise in Java, with experience in scalable backend architectures
● Experience designing and implementing RESTful and WebSocket-based APIs
● Proficiency in working with databases (PostgreSQL or similar)
● Familiarity with geolocation-specific tools (e.g. PostGIS or similar)
● Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker)
● Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, and data security best practices (OWASP
Top 10, GDPR & HIPPAA compliance)
● Comfortable working in an early-stage startup environment, making key architectural decisions
and adapting quickly
● Upper intermediate level of English, knowledge of Russian will be an advantage
● Java Oracle Certified for Associate/Professional/Master is preferred
● Bonus points for participation in open-source projects
Why join us?
● Share backend ownership of an early-stage product with big ambitions
● Help shape the engineering culture and technical direction of the company
● Work in a hybrid setup from sunny Limassol, or remotely if you’re a great fit
● Relocation package (if applicable), and help with the work permit
● Competitive compensation
● Private medical insurance
● Comfortable office space with fruits, snacks, and beer on Fridays
● Birthday gifts and welcome baby bonuses