Senior Backend Software Engineer - Python (m/f/x)

Location: Dornbirn, Austria

Position: fulltime employment

ABOUT CRATE.IO

Crate.io are the developers of CrateDB, a global multi-model database, that enables companies to access data insights at scale. The flexible, distributed database solution combines the performance of NoSQL with the power and simplicity of standard SQL. Optimized for large data volumes with high compute and data versatility requirements, CrateDB runs in the cloud, on the edge and on-premise. 

In November 2021, Crate.io launched CrateOM, a smart solution for operational processes that turns device data into actionable insights. CrateOM enables digital transformation through real-time insights and in-app communications.

We are a VC and corporate funded global technology company, recognized as cutting edge by both Forbes and Gartner. Crate.io is well funded with $14M+ capital raised in our latest financing round in 2021. We are gearing up for hyper-growth, with offices in the US, Germany, Switzerland and Austria.

WHAT YOU GET OUT OF THIS OPPORTUNITY

• The ability to develop a high performing Product function and be instrumental in the future roadmap and direction of CrateDB and its Ecosystem
• Join a leading VC funded tech company from the pre-B stage through the exit
• Contribute demonstrable business impact to Crate’s growth
• Close interaction with Crate’s key customers, partners, and database users
• Be part of an open, collaborative culture with “Craties” from diverse backgrounds

WHAT YOU’RE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Work with an agile, cross functional team
• Maintain, improve and extend the code base of our backend applications that power our IoT solutions
• Design and implement state of the art database-backed applications
• Ensure quality through test driven development
• Think about performance and security as keys to build sustainable products
• Do research and derive customer implementation

YOUR SKILLS

• Proven experience as a backend engineer or similar role (5 years+)
• Strong language skills in Python
• Strong know-how in SQL
• Comprehensive understanding of service architecture and distributed systems
• Ability to find problem specific solutions
• High affinity to transform customer needs into software
• Craftsmanship to continuously improve and take over responsibility for existing code bases
• Fluent English

NICE TO HAVE

• Knowledge of containers and orchestration tools
• Experience in a big data environment
• Knowledge with Cloud hosting providers, such as Azure
• Experience with CI/CD
• Work experience with agile methodologies, such as Scrum
• Experience with CrateDB

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible working hours
• Working in a full-remote, distributed team.
• A variety of perks (e.g., financial allowances for public transportation, fitness, and education)
• Participation in our Employee Stock Options Plan
• The opportunity to become part of one of the most exciting startups in the IT scene (Winner of the 2021 IoT Evolution: Industrial IoT Product of the Year Award)

At Crate.io, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it and support it. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity