Offer summary

Qualifications:

Proficiency in Python, Ruby, or Node.js programming languages., Experience in designing and maintaining production-grade platforms., Strong understanding of scalable and resilient backend systems., Familiarity with open-source projects and contributions..

Key responsibilities:

Design and develop backend systems for global clients.

Maintain and enhance existing production-grade platforms.

Collaborate with a small team to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Contribute to open-source projects that support client needs.

Upside is a full-stack digital agency specialised in digital commerce. We work with market challengers to successfully improve and scale their digital platforms & customer experiences. Our experience includes not only working with fast-growing scale-ups like Yoonema and Deltabadger but also brands like Samsung and T-Mobile. We are based out of Berlin, the European e-commerce hub. This conducive environment allows us to take a future-proof approach to digital commerce by combining reliable tools with sustainable innovations. For more information about how we can help you fully leverage composable e-commerce solutions to improve your customer experiences, please connect with Daniel, our Head of Customer Success at dj@upsidelab.io

Job description

At Upside, we’re not just shipping features - we’re partnering with ambitious companies across the globe to solve complex, meaningful problems through technology. We work in small, focused teams, combining engineering, product thinking, and design, to deliver outcomes, not just output.

Open-source is a strategic part of our work. We build and maintain a number of open-source projects that support our clients and internal R&D. Our latest release is Enthusiast, an AI Agent framework tailored for e-commerce use cases.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining production-grade platforms for global clients. This position is at the heart of our development efforts, contributing significantly to the backbone of client-facing solutions. You'll be part of a dynamic development team, sized between 3 to 9 members, dedicated to craft scalable and resilient backend systems.

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