Senior Backend Engineer - Network Discovery

ipfabric; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote or hybrid options

Pet-friendly central office

Snacks and refreshments

Regular team events

Anniversary rewards

Zusammenfassung

ipfabric is seeking a senior backend engineer to strengthen the core architecture of its network discovery platform. You will balance hands-on coding with architectural influence and own critical platform initiatives.

The role requires strong Node.js/TypeScript skills, PostgreSQL and messaging systems like Kafka or RabbitMQ, plus Linux and Docker proficiency. Excellent English communication is essential for collaboration across international teams.

Qualifikationen

• Strong backend experience with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Solid PostgreSQL experience and messaging systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• System design experience for scalable applications.
• Proficiency with Linux and Docker.
• Proven track record refactoring and maintaining production systems.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Aufgaben

• Design, refactor, and evolve core discovery platform components.
• Drive architectural improvements that reduce technical debt and improve scalability and stability.
• Own platform initiatives end-to-end, from problem definition through delivery.
• Partner closely with Product to translate business goals into technical roadmap items.
• Mentor and support other engineers through technical leadership and clear communication.

Kenntnisse

Node.js

TypeScript

PostgreSQL

Kafka

RabbitMQ

System design

Linux

Docker

Refactoring

English communication

Tools

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Jobbeschreibung

Role overview

A senior-level backend engineering position focused on strengthening the core architecture of a network discovery platform. The role combines deep hands-on coding with architectural influence, helping other engineering teams build on a more scalable and reliable foundation. It suits an individual contributor who enjoys ownership, solving complex distributed problems, and shaping how systems are designed rather than just executing tickets.

Responsibilities

• Design, refactor, and evolve core discovery platform components
• Drive architectural improvements that reduce technical debt and improve scalability and stability
• Own platform initiatives end-to-end, from problem definition through delivery
• Partner closely with Product to translate business goals into technical roadmap items
• Mentor and support other engineers through technical leadership and clear communication

Requirements

• Strong backend engineering experience with Node.js and TypeScript
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and messaging systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ
• System design experience building scalable applications
• Practical experience with Linux and Docker
• Track record of refactoring and maintaining existing production systems
• Self-directed working style with strong written and verbal communication in English

Nice to have

• Experience with distributed systems or large-scale data processing
• CI/CD pipeline and deployment experience
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows
• Networking or network engineering background

Benefits and work setup

• 25 days of holidays plus 5 flexi-days
• Anniversary rewards
• Full remote or hybrid working options based on personal preference
• Collaboration with diverse, international teams
• Pet-friendly central office with complimentary snacks, coffee, and refreshments
• Regular team and company events