Responsibilities
- Architect, develop, and maintain scalable and secure backend systems for our mobile app
- Design and implement real-time communication, geolocation services, and data storage solutions
- Build and optimize APIs to support a smooth and responsive mobile experience
- Ensure system reliability, security, and efficiency through best practices in database management and cloud infrastructure
- Participate in key decisions on backend tech stack, infrastructure, and team processes
- Monitor and improve system performance, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal response times
- Collaborate with the mobile engineers to ensure seamless integration between frontend and backend
- Establish CI/CD pipelines, testing and deployment strategies for smooth development workflows
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in backend development, ideally with consumer-facing mobile apps
- Strong expertise in Java, with experience in scalable backend architectures
- Experience designing and implementing RESTful and WebSocket-based APIs
- Proficiency in working with databases (PostgreSQL or similar)
- Familiarity with geolocation-specific tools (e.g. PostGIS or similar)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker)
- Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, and data security best practices (OWASP Top 10, GDPR & HIPPAA compliance)
- Comfortable working in an early-stage startup environment, making key architectural decisions and adapting quickly
- Upper intermediate level of English, knowledge of Russian will be an advantage
- Java Oracle Certified for Associate/Professional/Master is preferred
- Bonus points for participation in open-source projects
Conditions
- Exert direct influence on an early-stage product with global ambitions
- Work in a hybrid setup from sunny Limassol, or remotely if you’re a great fit
- Relocation package (if applicable), and help with the work permit
- Competitive salary and fast growth opportunities as we expand beyond Cyprus
- Any equipment you need, comfortable office space, the basics
