Backend Engineer (Elixir) - Remote Work | REF#290443

BairesDev; Sucre; A distancia; COP 254.769.000 - 382.153.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work (100%)

Competitive USD salary(Optional local)

Hardware provided

Flexible hours

Paid parental leaves and holidays

Global mentorship and growth

Descripción de la vacante

BairesDev is hiring a Backend Engineer specializing in Elixir. You will build real-time, scalable backends using Phoenix, Ecto and PostgreSQL while leveraging OTP patterns for fault tolerance. This fully remote role emphasizes functional programming and high-availability systems.

You'll work with the global Top 1% tech talent and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver distributed production systems, while enjoying flexible hours and competitive compensation in USD or local currency.

Formación

• 4+ years in Backend Engineering with a focus on functional programming.
• Proven expertise with Elixir and the Phoenix framework.
• Deep understanding of OTP, GenServers and BEAM.
• Strong experience with Ecto and PostgreSQL.
• Experience building interactive features with LiveView.
• Excellent English communication.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop robust backend services and APIs using Elixir and Phoenix.
• Implement data persistence and complex queries with Ecto and PostgreSQL.
• Build real-time features with Phoenix LiveView and OTP patterns.
• Architect concurrent systems with GenServers and supervision trees.
• Optimize performance and maintainability through FP best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on distributed production systems.

Conocimientos

Elixir

Phoenix

OTP

GenServers

Ecto

PostgreSQL

LiveView

BEAM

English

Herramientas

PostgreSQL

BEAM VM

OTP tooling

Descripción del empleo

At BairesDev, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

As a Backend Engineer specializing in Elixir, you will build real-time, concurrent backends using the Phoenix framework. You will leverage functional programming principles to create highly scalable and fault-tolerant systems that handle demanding workloads with low latency.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop robust backend services and APIs using Elixir and the Phoenix framework.
• Implement efficient data persistence and complex queries using Ecto and PostgreSQL.
• Build interactive, real-time features using Phoenix LiveView and OTP patterns.
• Architect concurrent systems using GenServers and supervision trees to ensure high availability.
• Optimize application performance and maintainability through functional programming best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, distributed production systems.

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Backend Engineering with a focus on functional programming.
• Proven expertise in developing real-time, concurrent systems using Elixir and the Phoenix framework.
• Deep understanding of OTP patterns, GenServers, and the BEAM virtual machine.
• Proficiency in working with Ecto and PostgreSQL for data persistence and management.
• Experience implementing modern interactive web features using Phoenix LiveView.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!

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