Remote Senior Backend Engineer (Remote - Europe)

Description:

• This position is for a Senior Backend Engineer at Lokalise, available for candidates in the United Kingdom, Latvia, Spain, Germany, Denmark, Poland, Portugal, or Ireland.
• The role involves developing the core foundation of a leading AI-powered SaaS platform used globally.
• Responsibilities include leading technical strategy and system architecture for high-performance backend services, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• The engineer will collaborate cross-functionally to build tools that enhance the experience of millions of users.
• This is a remote-first position that offers full flexibility, a strong team culture, and a focus on innovation and continuous learning.
• Key accountabilities include designing, developing, and deploying complex backend systems, setting engineering best practices, building and maintaining core platform components, leading technical discussions, mentoring peers, conducting code reviews, and researching emerging technologies.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong background in backend system architecture and performance optimization.
• Demonstrated leadership in end-to-end project delivery from design to deployment is required.
• Hands-on experience with Node.js, PostgreSQL (or similar databases), RabbitMQ (or other message queues), and AWS (or comparable cloud platforms) is essential.
• Expertise in API design, distributed systems, and testing (unit and integration) is necessary.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and teamwork skills in a remote, fast-paced environment are required.
• A strong appetite for learning and keeping up with technological advancements is expected.
• Bonus points for experience with platform-wide tech adoption, open-source contributions, or knowledge of the localization domain.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive salary and stock option plan.
• Employees can work fully remote with flexible hours.
• There are budgets for co-working and home office equipment.
• A flexible vacation policy is in place to support work-life balance.
• A learning & development budget is provided for professional growth.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits are included.
• Access to mental health support platforms is available.
• The company promotes an inclusive, collaborative, and startup-driven team culture.
• Regular virtual team events and engagement opportunities are organized.