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Remote AI-Driven Senior Backend Engineer

at Trengo

Posted 12 hours ago 2 applied

Description:

  • You will be a technically exceptional engineer thriving in small, high-performing teams of 3-4 people using AI tools to accelerate development and solve complex problems.
  • Your role involves transforming monolithic systems into event-driven architectures while practicing true engineering agility beyond traditional SCRUM ceremonies.
  • At Trengo, the mission is to build an AI-powered customer engagement platform to replace repetitive work with meaningful conversations, facilitating communication for customer-facing teams via multiple channels in one shared inbox.
  • The company has secured a Series A investment of $36M led by Insight Partners and Peak Capital and is one of the four official WhatsApp Business Solutions Providers in the Netherlands.
  • Key responsibilities include leveraging AI-enhanced development tools, leading architectural transformation initiatives, embracing true agility in engineering practices, and providing technical leadership through collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Requirements:

  • You must have strong backend development expertise with experience in distributed systems, including PHP, Node.js, MySQL, Kafka, MongoDB, Vue.js, or similar technologies.
  • Advanced prompting techniques are required for both coding and advancing the AI Agent in the product.
  • Experience with or enthusiasm for AI-augmented development tools such as Cursor or Windsurf is necessary.
  • A pragmatic approach to solving complex problems with simple, maintainable solutions is essential.
  • You should have 5+ years of professional software development experience with demonstrated technical leadership.
  • A passion for transforming legacy architectures and embracing emerging technologies is expected.
  • A results-oriented mindset focused on outcomes rather than processes is crucial.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit are required.

Benefits:

  • You will find yourself in a fast-growing company where your career can evolve, supported by your manager through departmental growth tracks.
  • The company values flexibility and allows hybrid work, including the option to work from abroad for 60 days per year.
  • Free sessions with on-demand psychologists from OpenUp are provided to support your mental health.
  • An education budget is available to feed your curiosity, along with 2 extra days off for courses or conferences if needed.
  • You will receive 28 vacation days to rest, have fun, and travel as you wish.
  • Monthly internet and phone allowances are provided.
  • Dutch courses are offered for international employees interested in learning the language.
  • When working from the beautiful office, you can enjoy delicious warm lunches prepared by the in-house chef, and your traveling expenses to Utrecht will be reimbursed.