This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer in Ireland.

In this role, you will join a globally distributed engineering team working on cutting-edge solutions that simplify international workforce management. You will contribute to building scalable APIs, automation systems, and integrations that power a modern HR platform used worldwide. The position offers the opportunity to tackle complex technical challenges with real-world impact, enabling businesses to operate seamlessly across borders. You’ll work in an asynchronous, innovation-driven environment where autonomy and ownership are highly valued. Collaboration happens across cross-functional teams, allowing you to influence both product and technical decisions. This is an ideal role for someone passionate about backend engineering, automation, and designing systems that scale globally.

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Accountabilities:

Lead the development of large-scale backend projects and contribute to cross-team engineering initiatives
Design, build, and maintain robust APIs, integrations, and backend services
Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to propose and implement technical solutions
Ensure system reliability, scalability, and performance through best engineering practices
Participate in code reviews, debugging, and continuous improvement of the codebase
Mentor and support other engineers, fostering a strong technical culture
Contribute to platform improvements, including automation workflows and agent-based execution systems
Implement verification processes (tests, checks, guardrails) to ensure high-quality outputs
Engage in team-wide activities such as hiring, support rotations, and technical discussions

Requirements:

Strong backend engineering experience with a proven track record of delivering scalable, secure production systems
Solid experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, GitHub, Jenkins, or similar)
Ability to design systems end-to-end, from specification to implementation and validation
Experience with or interest in automation workflows, AI-driven systems, or agent-based architectures
Proficiency in breaking down complex problems and delivering iterative improvements
Familiarity with functional programming languages (Elixir, Erlang, Scala, Clojure, etc.) is a plus
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS), containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes) is advantageous
Exposure to modern frontend technologies (React, Next.js, or similar) is beneficial
Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a remote, asynchronous work environment

Benefits:

Competitive salary ranging from $53,300 to $119,850 USD (based on location, skills, and experience)
Stock options and equity participation
Fully remote work with the flexibility to work from anywhere
Flexible working hours and unlimited paid time off
16 weeks of paid parental leave
Mental health support services
Learning and development budget
Home office setup budget and IT equipment provided
Budget for co-working spaces or local team gatherings
Inclusive, supportive, and innovation-driven work culture

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How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

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