Backend engineer

wongdoody creates human experiences at 22 studios across 4 continents. We believe the future can be molded. And by shaping human experiences through creativity and tech, we work to build a future we believe in. Now we’re looking for a Backend Engineer / DevOps to join our team.

• Develop and maintain web applications and APIs (REST, GraphQL) using PHP, Python, and Node.js, following architectural, security, and code quality guidelines
• Create technical concepts and proofs of concept (PoCs) to support project estimates, and maintain technical project documentation
• Implement serverless and server-based cloud hosting environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), using and improving our automated toolset
• Build and orchestrate automated CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, GitHub, Terraform, and Docker
• Help ensure the scalability, observability, security, and cost efficiency of the technical architecture
• Monitor delivered solutions and provide necessary security and performance updates
• Use AI assistants such as Claude, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and internal AI tools
• Actively participate in peer code reviews to ensure high software quality across the team
• Design, improve, and automate infrastructure for development teams

• 3–5 years of practical experience in commercial projects
• A college or university degree in an IT-related field, or comparable education
• Strong technical knowledge of Python
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and relational and document-based databases
• Good experience with Docker and a solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, such as AWS and GCP
• Experience with DevOps tools and technologies, including designing and improving CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems such as Debian, including secure provisioning and maintenance
• Experience with automation tools for testing and infrastructure provisioning
• Familiarity with agile processes such as Scrum or Kanban
• Strong English skills
• Будет плюсом: Node.js is a plus; Bash scripting and German language skills are a plus

• Flexible working hours and 100% overtime compensation
• Work where it works for you. At home or in the office, or any mix you like
• Working for strong brands and clients we believe in
• 26 days vacation per year
• Nice and welcoming people
• Private Health Insurance
• Quarterly in-office massages to help you relax and recharge
• Thursday Breakfast in the office