Remote Backend Engineer

Description:

• Localyze is a company focused on redefining global mobility and breaking down barriers to talent and opportunity.
• The company was founded in 2018 and has a diverse team of almost 80 members from over 15 nationalities.
• The Backend Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, reusable backend components for the company's SaaS B2B product.
• The role involves collaborating with developers, product managers, and designers to enhance application maintainability and security.
• The technology stack includes React, TypeScript, Webpack, NextJS, Ruby on Rails, Postgres, and Redis, with a focus on REST APIs.
• The engineer will also engage with other departments to incorporate feedback into the product development process.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 4+ years of coding experience, including at least 3 years of Ruby on Rails experience.
• Knowledge of TypeScript and modern frameworks such as React, Next.js, and React Query is required.
• SQL knowledge is considered a plus.
• Experience in designing, developing, and documenting REST APIs and automated testing, particularly unit tests, is necessary.
• Candidates should have experience in developing and maintaining design systems to ensure consistency across products.
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, with fluency in English to succeed in a remote work environment.

Benefits:

• Employees can work from anywhere within Germany, Portugal, Spain, or the UK, with opportunities for workations.
• An annual LocaBoost allowance is provided to create an ideal workspace, whether at home or in a coworking space.
• The company offers an attractive equity plan, allowing employees to become stakeholders in Localyze's growth.
• An annual learning and development budget is available to support career growth.
• A monthly wellness stipend and access to coaching sessions and digital resources are provided to promote work-life balance.
• Employees enjoy 28 days of paid time off, local public holidays, and an additional celebratory day off.
• Parental leave is offered to support employees welcoming new family members.
• The company organizes two team meetups per year and an annual international retreat to foster team spirit.