Founding / Backend Engineer

About Us:

Our client is a pioneering tech company at the forefront of blockchain and AI innovations. We are in search of a Founding Backend Engineer who is eager to build and scale groundbreaking solutions, and join us on this exciting journey as we expand our team. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely and lead critical backend development efforts.

Responsibilities:

As a Founding Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in architecting and developing robust server-side applications and APIs. Your expertise will help shape the technical direction of our projects while ensuring the seamless integration of various services. You will collaborate closely with other developers and stakeholders, translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions, and thus influencing the overall product strategy.

In addition, your duties will include:

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable backend systems.
• Building RESTful services and APIs tailored to project requirements.
• Ensuring the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Collaborating with front-end developers and other team members to create high-quality software.
• Participating in code reviews, mentoring junior developers, and establishing best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong experience in backend development with proficiency in Python, Java, or Node.js.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of database systems, both SQL and NoSQL.
• Proven track record of working with Agile methodologies and collaborating in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for automating repetitive tasks.
• Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced environment is a plus.

Benefits

• A supportive team environment where you can grow and make a real impact.

• A competitive compensation package tailored to your experience and qualifications.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to ensure you stay at the cutting edge of AI.

How to Apply: Please apply if you think you would be suitable for this role. We look forward to your application and the opportunity to welcome you to our team.

Commitment to Equality and Accessibility: At MLabs, we are committed to offer equal opportunities to all candidates. We ensure no discrimination, accessible job adverts, and providing information in accessible formats. Our goal is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace with equal opportunities for all. If you need any reasonable adjustments during any part of the hiring process or you would like to see the job-advert in an accessible format please let us know at the earliest opportunity by emailing [email protected].