Senior Backend Engineer

About mindmymind

We're a tech company and mobile companion built by a group of friends from different walks of life. We believe self-understanding is the key to a joyful life. Inspired by our own personal struggles we're on a mission to put a companion for self-understanding in everyone's hands. We're a semi-remote company with offices in Lisbon and Copenhagen.

About the role

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in architecting and developing the backbone of our self-understanding platform. You'll work closely with our mobile team to design and implement robust APIs, real-time communication systems, and scalable services that power our mobile applications. You'll be instrumental in making technical decisions that shape our platform's future.

Key responsibilities

Design and implement scalable backend services using Python and modern frameworks

Lead the architecture and development of new features while maintaining existing systems

Build and optimize database schemas and queries for MySQL

Develop and maintain real-time communication systems using WebSockets

Design and implement RESTful APIs that power our mobile applications

Work with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services to ensure scalability and reliability

Implement robust security measures and best practices

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical decision-making

Collaborate with the mobile team to ensure seamless integration between frontend and backend

Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in backend development, with significant Python expertise

Strong experience with Google Cloud Platform services and cloud architecture

Deep knowledge of MySQL, including optimization and best practices

Experience building and maintaining production-grade RESTful APIs

Familiarity with WebSocket protocols and real-time communication systems

Strong understanding of security best practices and data protection

Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems

Proficiency in version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines

Track record of mentoring developers and leading technical initiatives

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Strong communication skills and fluency in English

Experience with agile development methodologies

Interested?

If you resonate with the above then we would love to hear from you. We aim to answer to all applicants within 2 weeks. Note that recruitment through agencies is not appreciated. If however, you are looking for your next big move, this is the right place.

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