Energized by working in a start-up? Experienced with Java/Python/Typescript, and love to build new AI features? Look no further
Senior Backend Engineer - Saa S Security Start-up Remote CET +/-3hours
You would join a growing business who are moving upmarket. With ~94% customer retention and a product that solves a massive pain point in security compliance, we are looking for a Senior Engineer who values design-first thinking and high ownership.
???? The Role You won’t just move tickets. You will own platform logic, complex integrations, and the architecture behind our product. The Stack: Java, Spring Boot, Type Script, SQL, and emerging AI/LLM layers. The Work: Designing backend features, owning third-party integrations (Jira, Azure, etc.), and contributing to AI roadmap. The Standard: We build premium, not scrappy. We design first, then execute.
⚡ Engineering Culture & Tooling AI-First Workflow: We embrace modern tooling. We encourage the use of Cursor, Claude, and Copilot to automate boilerplate and focus on high-leverage engineering. Design First: We value clear thinking over rapid churning. Measure twice, cut once. Production Grade: You build things you are proud of. We prioritize reliability and maintainability over "hacky" fixes.
???? Who You Are Start-up Native: You love working in start-ups and having ownership. System Thinker: You understand database modelling and system design (not just CRUD). Product-Minded: You want to understand why a feature exists before you build it. Troubleshooter: You can methodically debug production issues and improve reliability.
???? Benefits & Perks Equity: You share in our exit. Remote-First: Work from anywhere within amenable timezones Top-Tier Tech: Mac Book Pro of your choice + paid subscriptions for top AI tools (Cursor, Claude, etc.). Trust: Flexible hours, low-meeting culture, and generous vacation allowance. Team Connection: Regular team offsites and virtual office to stay connected. L&D: 1000EUR annual budget to spend on learning or hobbies.

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