Lead Backend Engineer (Start-up) €100-120k Equity - Java, TypeScript, CI/CD, Cloud

A-Tech Recruitment — Heidelberg, DE
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About the Role

A-Tech is hiring a Lead/Principal Software Engineer for an AI start-up with over 140m€ in funding (series A). The company is dedicated to reinventing enterprise software, crafting next-generation ERP platforms tailored for the AI era. You will be responsible for building features end-to-end, primarily on the backend, while also getting exposure to the frontend using TypeScript & React.

Responsibilities

  • Build end-to-end features mainly on the backend, with some frontend exposure.
  • Implement cutting-edge AI and LLM technologies to create user-friendly tools.
  • Rapidly prototype and iterate on features based on user data and feedback.
  • Collaborate within a fast-paced team with ambitious technical goals.
  • Support and mentor team members, contributing across the stack.

About the Candidate

Your qualifications include:

  • A Degree in Computer Science or a comparable field.
  • Strong software engineering expertise, particularly in scaling systems.
  • Proficient in backend development (APIs, data pipelines) with experience in TypeScript & Java or Python (Rust is a bonus).
  • Experience designing architecture and deploying to the cloud.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD processes and some frontend experience with React is advantageous.
  • Understanding of LLMs and generative AI is desired.
  • You prioritize the impact of your work on users and the business.
  • Must be comfortable in dynamic, early-stage environments.
  • Fluent English is required, and German is a plus.

About the Company

Founded in 2020, A-Tech has swiftly grown to about 130 employees, with offices located in the US, UK and Germany. The company aims to solidify its position in the market by creating next-gen ERP systems powered by AI technology.

Company Culture and Benefits

Joining A-Tech means being part of an innovative R&D division with more than 40 team members across three locations. Enjoy competitive compensation ranging from €100-120k, plus meaningful equity. The role requires in-person presence three days a week in Heidelberg, where relocation support is also provided.

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