Job description
Senior Backend Engineer (m/f/d)
Company Overview
Deltia is improving the lives of millions of manufacturing workers with assistive AI. We are a small, ambitious team working on cutting-edge AI that has direct real-world impact. We maintain a hybrid culture with our HQ in Berlin and offer remote flexibility.
Job Summary
We’re looking for a backend engineer who thrives in fast-moving environments and enjoys building robust systems end-to-end. You’ll work across data pipelines, APIs and infrastructure, ensuring our platform runs efficiently and scales cleanly as we grow.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend features and APIs for our core platform
- Improve database performance, reliability and real-time data processing
- Debug, profile and optimise code to keep latency low and systems stable
- Collaborate with AI, frontend and product teams to integrate new capabilities
- Contribute to architectural decisions and shape the evolution of our backend stack
Requirements / Qualifications
- 3–5 years’ experience building production-grade backends (Python is a must; additional experience in Go, C++, or Java is valuable)
- Solid in SQL and data modelling (PostgreSQL or similar)
- Experienced with REST APIs and cloud environments (AWS preferred)
- Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a problem
- Startup mindset — quick to ship, focused on quality, allergic to bureaucracy
Preferred Qualifications
- Linux debugging and performance tuning
- Familiarity with orchestration (Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible)
- Experience with data pipelines or analytical databases
- Interest in edge/cloud hybrid architectures
Location
Berlin, Germany, Remote: True (Hybrid)
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary & Benefits
- A competitive salary & stock options
- Be on the forefront in defining what artificial intelligence means in manufacturing
- Gain hands-on experience in working in an AI-first software company
- Supportive and inclusive culture that values diversity
- Collaborate with a diverse (currently more than 10 nationalities) and talented team
- Very flat hierarchy, open 360° feedback, and flexible working hours
Equal Opportunity Statement
Deltia is committed to creating a workplace that is diverse, fair, and inclusive. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, even if they do not meet every qualification, to submit their application. Our commitment also extends to providing an accessible environment for everyone, including those with disabilities.
