Backend Engineer

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Berlin

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About the Role Join the core infrastructure team of a fast-growing energy technology company building the operating system for the next generation of European energy. The platform combines a modular billing engine, low-level energy-market communication protocols, and a full accounting ledger - delivered as a headless, API-first layer that enables hardware companies and energy providers to launch dynamic electricity plans rapidly. As a Backend Engineer, you will work across highly complex, distributed systems that power real-time electricity pricing, billing, and market integrations. This is a high-ownership role for engineers who love designing for scale and operating with autonomy in a fast-moving environment. What You'll Do • Solve for complexity through design - Architect clean, maintainable solutions to inherently hard infrastructure problems in energy billing and market communication. • Scale the core - Contribute to scalable, reliable backend services that handle dynamic pricing, billing flows, and ledger operations at volume. • Bias for action - Move quickly and decisively; ship meaningful work and iterate with purpose. • Raise the bar - Uphold and improve engineering standards through code review, documentation, and thoughtful system design. What We're Looking For Required: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience • 3–10+ years of backend engineering experience • Proficiency in TypeScript (Node.js) with a strong grasp of asynchronous programming • Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and an ORM (experience with Drizzle is a plus) • Experience with Next.js, including API routes or server components used for backend services • Familiarity with distributed systems concepts and designing scalable, maintainable core services • Experience integrating Stripe payments and related billing flows • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English • Ownership mindset and ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment • Willingness to work on-site in Berlin, Germany Nice to Have: • Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Temporal) • Experience with lightweight HTTP frameworks (e.g., Hono) • Background in energy, utilities, fintech, or similarly regulated/complex domains Tech Stack • Languages & Frameworks: TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, Hono • Database: PostgreSQL, Drizzle ORM • Payments: Stripe • Orchestration: Temporal • Frontend (context): Tailwind CSS Compensation & Benefits • Salary: €80,000 – €120,000 per year, depending on experience • Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates • Early-stage equity opportunity at a well-backed pre-seed company Location This is a full-time, on-site role based in Berlin, Germany. The team works together in-person and values close collaboration. Relocation support and visa sponsorship are available. Find more English Speaking Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow

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