Senior Backend Engineer - Real-time APIs & ML Infra (Remote)

Mimica; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI-powered automation company is seeking a Backend Engineer with over 8 years of experience to enhance its platform. The role involves designing scalable architecture, optimizing backend services, and taking operational responsibility for developed components. Candidates should possess strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills, experience with Docker and K8s, and a solid grasp of distributed systems. This is a fully remote position open to those based in the UK, Americas, or Europe within specific time zones.

Benefits

Generous compensation + stock options

Flexible schedules and location

Annual learning & development budget

Ample paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Software Engineer.
• Ability to develop high-performance production software.
• Experience in designing APIs and managing databases.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and scale backend systems of the Mimica platform.
• Design and implement scalable architecture for backend services.
• Diagnose performance bottlenecks and resolve them.

Skills

Backend engineering experience

JavaScript/TypeScript proficiency

Experience with Docker and K8s

API design and database management

Knowledge of distributed systems

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Effective communication skills

Tools

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Job description

A leading AI-powered automation company is seeking a Backend Engineer with over 8 years of experience to enhance its platform. The role involves designing scalable architecture, optimizing backend services, and taking operational responsibility for developed components. Candidates should possess strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills, experience with Docker and K8s, and a solid grasp of distributed systems. This is a fully remote position open to those based in the UK, Americas, or Europe within specific time zones.