Senior Backend Engineer

LocalBini AG; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

LocalBini AG is hiring a Co-Tech Lead & Senior Backend Engineer to shape scalable backend systems and cloud infrastructure. You will work with Python, Terraform on AWS, and contribute to testing, documentation, and collaboration with data scientists.

The role is hybrid/remote with occasional in-office meetings. Stock-based compensation applies for the next 12 months. Ideal for an 8+ year backend expert ready to drive architecture and platform growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on commercial Python experience.
• Proficient with React, AWS (Lambda, S3, SES, SQS), Python, Terraform, and Flutter.
• Extensive Python expertise, focusing on building REST APIs.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS services, incl. DynamoDB & OpenSearch.
• Familiarity with ORM-based approaches using PostgreSQL.
• Proficiency in Terraform within an AWS environment.
• Strong understanding of asyncio loops, aiohttp, and AWS EventBridge.
• Experience in Event-Driven and Microservices Architectures.
• Knowledge about Domain Driven Development approach.
• Basic understanding of React with Redux and Redux Toolkit using TypeScript.
• Highly experienced with AWS Cognito and AWS Amplify.
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles.
• Proficient in platform testing: Unit tests, Integration tests and UI tests.
• DevOps mindset with CI/CD pipeline maintenance expertise (GitLab).
• Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity, including the ability to conduct and understand automated penetration tests.
• Familiarity with AWS cost and performance optimization.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Capability for self-code review and proficiency in project management tools like JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with System-Architect to maintain high-quality architecture and scalable development.
• Partner with remote development team and St. Gallen business team to refine software solution.
• Build robust back-end applications using Python for performance and reliability.
• Develop infrastructure with Terraform on AWS for scalable ecosystem.
• Conduct thorough testing for responsiveness and security of data.
• Apply mobile-responsive design principles for cross-device usability.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation.
• Collaborate with data scientists to enhance LocalBini experiences.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

React

AWS

Terraform

Flutter

Redux

TypeScript

aiohttp

Microservices

Cognition of AWS services

CI/CD

JIRA

Tools

AWS Lambda

AWS S3

AWS SES

AWS SQS

DynamoDB

OpenSearch

Terraform

Redux Toolkit

React (Web)

Flutter

PostgreSQL

Job description

Important: This position is currently, and for the next 12 months, compensated in company stocks only.

ABOUT US

LocalBini is the go-to platform for cultural, fun or exclusive city Experiences across Europe with Locals. From a secret boutique shopping Experience with a gemologist, to wine-tasting with an expert sommelier, LocalBini.com features authentic city Experiences that people can book based on their interests (eg. art, architecture, foodie, nightlife, history etc.).

Starting immediately or upon agreement, we are looking for a

Co-Tech Lead & Senior Backend Engineer (parttime OR full-time)

This position is tailor-made for individuals seeking to actively contribute to the expansive growth of LocalBini within a cutting-edge technological landscape. Your daily responsibilities will encompass a spectrum of tasks, including backend development using Python, architecting infrastructure with Terraform on AWS. Moreover, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring software quality through the creation of comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with our System-Architect to ensure a continued high quality architecture and code basis as well as further scalable development.
• Collaborate seamlessly with our part-time remote development team as well as the St. Gallen business team to conceptualize and refine the software solution.
• Craft robust back-end applications using Python, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Develop the infrastructure with Terraform, leveraging AWS PaaS, SaaS, FaaS, and IaaS to create a scalable and efficient ecosystem.
• Conduct thorough testing to validate software responsiveness and efficiency, while prioritizing the security and confidentiality of user data.
• Implement mobile-responsive design principles for features and applications, ensuring an exceptional experience across various devices.
• Generate comprehensive technical documentation.
• Collaborate closely with data scientists and analysts to enhance the LocalBini experience through continuous improvement and innovation.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of eight (8) years of hands-on commercial experience with Python.
• Proficient with our technology stack: React, AWS (Lambda, S3, SES, SQS), Python, Terraform, and Flutter.
• Extensive Python expertise, with a focus on building REST APIs.
• In-depth knowledge of AWS services, incl. DynamoDB & Elastic Search (Open Search).
• Familiarity with ORM-based approaches using PSQL.
• Proficiency in Terraform within an AWS environment.
• Strong understanding of asyncio loops, aiohttp, and AWS EventBridge.
• Experience in Event-Driven and Microservices Architectures.
• Knowledge about Domain Driven Development approach.
• Basic understanding of React with Redux and Redux Toolkit using TypeScript.
• Highly experienced with AWS Cognito and AWS Amplify.
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles.
• Proficient in platform testing: Unit tests, Integration tests and UI tests.
• DevOps mindset with CI/CD pipeline maintenance expertise (GitLab).
• Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity, including the ability to conduct and understand automated penetration tests.
• Familiarity with AWS cost and performance optimization.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Capability for self-code review and proficiency in project management tools like JIRA.

NICE TO HAVE

• Commercial experience with Lambdalizator framework.

This role is hybrid/remote and meetings can take place “in-the-office” from time to time.

Currently and for the next 12 months, the role is compensated only in company stocks.

WE OFFER

Be part of the team that is developing the LocalBini platform and preparing the business for scale-up, and be rewarded with full upside potential.