(Senior) Backend Engineer(m/w/d)

Your profile

What You’ll Bring:

• ≥4 years of backend development experience with Python and Django

• Strong expertise in designing and documenting RESTful APIs (OpenAPI/Swagger)

• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD, test automation, and DevOps best practices

• Proficiency with Docker or cloud environments

• A proactive, team‑oriented mindset and enthusiasm for knowledge sharing

• Fluent written and spoken German and English

• Residency in Germany

Nice‑to‑Have:

• Experience with Ansible, Hetzner Cloud, or Ionos

• Familiarity with the Jupyter ecosystem

Our Tech Stack:

• Frontend: JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS

• Backend: Python, Django, Django REST Framework

• Package Management: NPM (JavaScript), Poetry (Python)

• Data Science: Jupyter Notebooks, Hub, Lab

• Infrastructure & Monitoring: Hetzner Cloud, Ionos, Ansible, New Relic

• Containerization & DevOps: Docker, GitLab CI/CD

• Collaboration: Jira, Confluence, Slack, MS Teams

Our process is straightforward — here’s what to expect:

• A brief introductory call with Recruiting
• Two technical interviews with our Engineering team
• No take‑home coding challenge

Why us?

• Societal Impact: Support people from all backgrounds in acquiring digital, data, and AI skills — empowering them to be ready for the workforce of the future.

• Career & Development: Regular workshops, online trainings, and an annual budget for your personal growth.

• Maximum Ownership: Take ownership from day one, share your ideas, and actively shape our platform.

• Flexible Work: Onsite as a team, remote work, flexible hours, and workation options — plus a modern office in Berlin‑Mitte with height‑adjustable desks.

• Top‑Tier Equipment: Choose the setup that suits you best — Apple or Windows.

• Open Culture: Flat hierarchies, transparent communication, and feedback on an equal footing.

• Diversity Welcome: We promote inclusion and look forward to applications from all backgrounds.

Your mission

As a (Senior) Backend Engineer (Python/Django) [m/f/d], you will develop the next AI‑powered generation of our Learning Experience Platform (LXP). You’ll build scalable, service‑oriented backend services (REST APIs), collaborate closely with frontend teams (React/Next.js), and ensure the highest code quality. Leveraging your expertise, you’ll drive technical architecture decisions, automate deployment pipelines, and play a key role in delivering an interactive learning experience that delights our users.

Your Main Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and optimize backend services using Python and Django

• Architect RESTful APIs (OpenAPI/Swagger) and integrate third‑party services

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks and test design

• Deploy and operate containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and actively shape our engineering standards