Senior Backend Engineer (Remote – France)

Posted 2 weeks ago

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

One of our companies is currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer in France.

We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join a cross-functional tech team developing advanced logistics and freight intelligence tools. This role is ideal for someone with strong backend expertise who enjoys turning complex data into scalable, production-ready solutions. You will work on systems that support real-time analytics, fleet monitoring, and voyage planning—all while maintaining high standards for performance, quality, and operational excellence. You’ll also collaborate closely with other engineers, mentor teammates, and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices.

Accountabilities:

Design and build backend systems supporting freight analytics, congestion tracking, and voyage planning
Deliver clean, well-tested, and maintainable code aligned with best practices and business needs
Maintain and improve the performance, reliability, and scalability of backend services in production
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between engineering and product objectives
Mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews to foster technical growth within the team
Contribute to broader engineering initiatives and help define best practices and architectural standards

Requirements

5+ years of experience in backend development using Scala, Java, Node.js, or Python
Strong experience in building and consuming REST APIs and designing backend architectures
Solid understanding of clean code, unit testing, and software design principles (e.g., SOLID)
Proficiency in relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MSSQL
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and CI/CD tools (GitLab, Docker, SonarQube)
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Bonus: Experience with ElasticSearch, Kafka, distributed systems, or Hexagonal architecture

Benefits

Competitive salary package
Flexible, remote-friendly work environment
Equipment and tools for a productive home office setup
Learning and development budget
Supportive team culture focused on innovation and collaboration
Opportunity to work on complex, real-world logistics challenges
Inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives

Jobgether hiring process disclaimer

This job is posted on behalf of one of our partner companies. If you choose to apply, your application will go through our AI-powered 3-step screening process, where we automatically select the 5 best candidates.

Our AI thoroughly analyzes every line of your CV and LinkedIn profile to assess your fit for the role, evaluating each experience in detail. When needed, our team may also conduct a manual review to ensure only the most relevant candidates are considered.

Our process is fair, unbiased, and based solely on qualifications and relevance to the job. Only the best-matching candidates will be selected for the next round.

If you are among the top 5 candidates, you will be notified within 7 days.
If you do not receive feedback after 7 days, it means you were not selected. However, if you wish, we may consider your profile for other similar opportunities that better match your experience.

Thank you for your interest!

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