Senior Software Engineer (Python and Go)

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll work on the core recommendation and conversation engine that serves hundreds of thousands of users. You’ll collaborate with a talented team to build scalable, high-performance systems while ensuring code quality, maintainability, and efficiency.

About the Project:

Join a fast-growing Munich-based startup on a mission to revolutionize e-commerce. Our AI-driven product advisors simplify decision-making for shoppers while providing businesses with powerful zero-party data insights. We’re building cutting-edge, scalable technology that enhances the online shopping experience beyond what’s possible in physical stores.

Our Tech Stack:

• Backend: Python (Django & FastAPI), Go for high-throughput services
• Databases: PostgreSQL for master data, ClickHouse for intensive queries
• APIs: REST and GraphQL
• Infrastructure: Docker-based deployment
• Frontend: React

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable software architecture across the entire stack.
• Balance simplicity, maintainability, and technical complexity in problem-solving.
• Advocate for high engineering standards, including clean code and test-driven development.
• Collaborate closely with product teams to align technical solutions with business needs.
• Provide technical expertise to customer-facing teams and support key stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide fellow engineers, driving a culture of continuous learning.

• Own technical decisions and proactively shape the future of our technology stack.

   

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with strong Python expertise and some exposure to Go.
• Solid understanding of modern web frameworks and API design (REST & GraphQL).
• Strong database skills, including designing efficient data models and query optimization.
• Passion for clean, maintainable code and automated testing.
• Pragmatic problem-solving mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with experience collaborating across teams.
• Proven experience scaling technology and engineering processes.

We offer:

• Remote work;
• Flexible schedule and ability to manage your working hours;
• Competitive salary;
• Working in a team of skilled and experienced specialists;
• Opportunities for professional development.