Back-end Software Engineer

Chift; Brussel; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Eco-vouchers

Mobility budget

Flexible vacation days

Equity potential

Job summary

Chift is looking for a Backend Developer to help revolutionize software integrations for European businesses. You will build and improve connectors and the platform powering seamless financial-tool integrations, with a focus on robust, scalable APIs.

You will work closely with a dynamic team, taking ownership of technical challenges, and growing in a fast-paced startup environment. A hybrid office/remote setup and equity access are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Computer Science or Self-taught.
• Minimum 3 years of experience.
• Startup experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Master and understand our various tech components.
• Implementation and documentation of connectors for accounting, cash register software, invoicing and e-commerce.
• Add routes in unified APIs and set up integrations with supported software.
• Data modeling.
• Implement architecture for highly available and scalable API.

Skills

Python

SQL

JavaScript

APIs

Data modeling

Docker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Self-taught

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Job description

As a Backend Developer at Chift, you will be at the heart of our mission to revolutionize software integrations for businesses across Europe. Your role is critical to building and improving the connectors and platform that empower our clients. You’ll contribute to creating scalable, highly available APIs that enable seamless integration with financial tools.

You’ll work closely with a talented, dynamic team, taking ownership of technical challenges and ensuring our solutions deliver value to our clients. This role is perfect for someone looking to deepen their backend expertise, take on responsibilities, and grow in a fast-paced startup environment.

You will have a key role in our company as you will be at the center of developing our connectors and the platform that helps our clients. We are looking for someone who is willing to take on responsibilities with a focus on our backend.

Here is an overview (not exhaustive) of your responsibilities:

• Master and understand our various tech components
• Implementation and documentation of connectors for accounting, cash register software, invoicing and e-commerce. Having an affinity for accounting logic is highly recommended
• Adding routes in the various unified APIs and setting up integrations with the different software supported by the API
• Data modeling
• Implementing best architecture for highly available and scalable API

• Full availability of our CTO to support and coach you
• Steep learning curve : varied work allowing you to juggle between different technologies.
• Experience in a young, rapidly growing tech startup and a great atmosphere
• Flexible work schedule and a mix of office/remote work
• Attractive package (salary, meal vouchers, eco-vouchers, mobility budget, flexible vacation days, etc.)
• Possibility of accessing equity in the next funding round
• A good atmosphere in a startup means: aperitifs, lunches, and activities to celebrate each important milestone together

Graduate in Computer Science or Self-taughtMinimum 3 years of experience. Startup experience is a plusTechnical knowledge:Knowledge of Python. Knowledge of SQL and JavaScript is a PLUS!Knowledge of APIsFamiliarity with databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and new technologies (e.g., Docker)Beyond technical knowledge, a keen interest in business logic is highly recommended. Integrations impact financial tools and finances, so understanding the logic before coding is essential. Liking to analyze, apply, and test these analyses is crucialThirst for knowledge; you love challenges and are eager to learn new things. Moreover, you want to understand the different technologies used to have a good overall view of the solutionStartup enthusiast: the environment is more rock and roll than a corporate job. You need to be open-minded, resourceful, curious, and enjoy collaborationHaving an ownership and "doer" spirit: the small size of the team will allow you to take the lead on different subjectsLanguage:English proficientFrench and Dutch are always a plus