Senior Software Engineer API

Company DescriptionAI makes us faster. It doesn’t replace our human judgment. We challenge AI output, verify the results and own what we ship. We experiment fast, learn quickly and deliver with care. Job DescriptionYour MissionWe are looking for a backend specialist who loves the intersection of stability and scalability.

Your focus will not be on a title, but on the impact of your code. You will: Bridge Systems: Build and maintain robust microservices that ensure seamless communication between internal and external environments. Drive Implementation: Take full ownership of features from a raw idea to a production-ready deployment.

Evolve the Architecture: Contribute to our technical roadmap by questioning the status quo and proposing scalable solutions. Secure the Flow: Implement and refine authentication and authorisation flows (OAuth, Auth0) to keep our systems safe and accessible. Optimise the Core: Ensure our data layer is lean and fast, applying deep knowledge of SQL and PostgreSQL to solve complex data challenges.

Qualifications

• Your SkillsNode.js & TypeScript Mastery: You can write clean, maintainable, and type-safe code that thrives in a production environment.
• Data Architect Mindset: You don't just write queries.
• you understand how to design efficient database schemas and optimise them for performance (PostgreSQL).
• The Art of Persistence: You know how to leverage ORMs effectively, understanding exactly when they help and when they get in the way.
• Quality Obsession: Automated testing (jest/mocha) isn't a chore for you—it's the only way to ship with confidence.
• DevOps Basics: You are comfortable with Docker, Git, and the general flow of modern CI/CD pipelines.
• Bonus Skills (The Power-Ups):Experience navigating the AWS ecosystem or monitoring tools like Grafana, Prometheus, or Graylog.
• A track record of mentoring peers or leading the technical direction of a project.
• A degree in Computer Science or a self-taught journey evidenced by a strong portfolio.
• Additional InformationWhat to expect at smartclipRemote-first, with meaningful time together: We work remotely most of the time, with occasional workshops, team sessions and opportunities to collaborate in person at our tech office in Berlin.
• We also host team events throughout the year, including our annual Company Offsite, which takes place at a different venue in Germany each year.
• Being willing to travel to and attend these gatherings is part of the role.
• Ownership over micromanagement: Take ownership of your work and drive your topics forward independently.