Backend Engineer (They/She/He)

Who you are

You have a degree in Computer Science or a related field and possess over 3 years of relevant full-time experience in backend engineering. Your expertise lies in diagnosing and resolving performance problems in complex software systems, and you have a strong command of Java, which you have used to build scalable applications. You are comfortable working autonomously and can tackle complex and ambiguous problems at scale, demonstrating a proactive approach to your work.

You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy mentoring team members, sharing your knowledge to help the team grow. You are familiar with modern engineering approaches and agile principles, which you apply to develop software that meets high-quality standards. Your ability to keep tier-1 systems running smoothly is a testament to your dedication to ensuring business continuity.

You are passionate about technology and are eager to contribute to the growth of the team and the business. You understand the importance of delivering high-quality solutions and are committed to owning your deliverables from start to finish. Your experience in leading technical projects will enable you to make significant contributions to Glovo's mission of connecting users with businesses and couriers.

Desirable

Experience with large amounts of data processing and a background in working with multi-category applications would be advantageous. Familiarity with agile methodologies and a strong understanding of software development best practices will further enhance your fit for this role.

What you'll do

As a Backend Engineer at Glovo, you will work on challenging problems related to large-scale data processing, ensuring that our systems can handle high volumes of reads and writes efficiently. You will lead technical projects that have a broad impact on the business, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Your role will involve keeping our tier-1 systems operational, ensuring that our business runs smoothly and efficiently.

You will participate in technical decision-making processes, contributing your insights and expertise to shape the direction of our technology stack. Your involvement in product experimentation will allow you to explore new ideas and approaches, driving continuous improvement within the team. You will also mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth.

Your commitment to delivering high-quality solutions will be crucial as you take ownership of your deliverables from start to finish. You will be expected to develop software using modern engineering practices, ensuring that our technology scales alongside our growing business. Your ability to solve complex problems autonomously will be key to your success in this role.

What we offer

At Glovo, we value diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunities for talent from all backgrounds. You will be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities we serve. We offer a hybrid work environment that allows for flexibility while ensuring collaboration and teamwork.

You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to a fast-growing multi-category app that connects millions of users with businesses and couriers. Our culture encourages innovation and creativity, and we support our employees in their professional development.

Join us at Glovo and be part of a mission to give everyone easy access to anything in their cities. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe in the potential of diverse teams to build better products.