Backend Engineer
Works Hub, Can be based anywhere
Backend Engineer
£125000
Works Hub, Can be based anywhere
- Full time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted today, 21 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 8829c5337bb24c5c8ed0c839f4f52d4e
Full Job Description
- Scala
- Java
- Redis
- Functional Programming
- ZIO
- Kubernetes
- PostgreSQL
- GCP
- GraphQL We are seeking a talented and passionate Backend Engineer to help build and scale the backend systems that power Tokenz's products and services. As a founding member of the engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technology and infrastructure behind our innovative solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-growing industry and contribute to building systems that enable creators and businesses to thrive on a global scale.Key Responsibilities: API Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable APIs and backend services that power Tokenz products, including payment processing, web shops, and merchant tools. Collaboration: Work closely with product and UX engineering teams to design seamless integrations for end users. Code Excellence: Write high-quality, maintainable code using Scala in a functional programming environment. Technical Leadership: Lead and contribute to planning, technical design, and architectural decisions. Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to our backend systems, processes, and practices to improve performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Proven track record of building robust APIs and backend services.
- Experience with functional programming (Scala preferred) or a strong desire to ramp up quickly. Skills:
- Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering simple, scalable solutions.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Mindset:
- Customer-obsessed, focused on delivering great experiences that align with business goals.
- Ownership-driven and growth-oriented, with a willingness to give and receive constructive feedback.
Tokenz is an innovative startup acting as a cross-border Merchant of Record (MoR), specializing in virtual goods and services like live streaming, manga/anime, e-learning, gaming, and more. We handle consumption tax reporting/payment and payment processing, providing comprehensive solutions for companies offering virtual goods or services globally.