(Senior) Backend Engineer

bunch is building the backbone of private markets, combining exceptional expertise, operational excellence, and frictionless technology. The platform enables funds and private investors to seamlessly and securely set up and manage their investment entities.We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who wants to play a pivotal role in growing our business and transforming the private markets industry.How the role contributes to our vision You will be at the core of building the technology that powers bunch. We aim to build something meaningful with high impact, not just write code. We offer you freedom and ownership to build the right solutions and influence the product roadmap. Top responsibilitiesDesign and implement robust, scalable, and secure backend services that solve real customer problemsCollaborate with your Product Managers, by actively participating in problem discovery and solution creation by leveraging your technical expertiseWork closely with other cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth delivery of new features and improvementsMaximize your team’s output by enhancing functionality and proactively addressing technical debt as well as actively contributing to improving collaboration and communicationWhat you should bring with youTo excel as a member of the Product Development team, you should combine a passion for technology with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong problem-solving skillsYou are a team player with excellent communication skills and a strong work ethicProficient in backend development with TypeScript or any strongly typed language, SQL databases Nest.js or similar web/dependency management frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, ASP.NET Core)Strong understanding of system design principles, scalability, and performance tuning3+ years of professional experience building backend systems in fast-paced environmentsExperience with fintech, highly regulated industries, or document processing is a plusOur tech stackWe strive to keep our technology stack as simple and efficient as possible.Frontend & Backend: TypeScript on both the frontend (Svelte) and the backend (Node.js with Nest.js)Database: MySQLInfrastructure: Kubernetes (K8S) on top of AWSSource Control & CI/CD: GitHubThird-Party Applications:FusionAuth for authenticationRetool for low-code internal frontend solutionsTwilio and SendGrid for sending SMS and emailsTally for creating custom formsWhy you should join bunchBecome one of the key builders of bunch and architect our go-to-market strategyTake part in a network of people passionate about investment and work closely with the most interesting players in the private marketBenefit from working with a diverse mix of talents, unrivaled energy, and team spirit within a culture of inclusionFlexible hours, remote work, and 28 days of vacation per yearA competitive compensation packageA great tech and work setup with everything you needWhat your interview journey will look likeFirst interview with the People team (20 min): get acquainted with the bunch and to understand if what we’re offering is what you’re searching forDeep-dive with the Tech team (60 min): experience what it’s like to work at bunch. Typically, there are 1 or 2 technical interviews where you will meet team members to assess your communication, collaboration skills, system design, and coding knowledge. The interviews focus on collaborative problem-solving, starting with open-ended questions and progressing to more specific challenges or short algorithm tasks.Deep-dive II - Product (60 min): collaborate with our product team on a discovery scenario. Our product team will present a customer problem, and together we will explore potential solutions. This assesses your communication skills and system design experienceFinal Round: Meet Tech&Product Leaders (30 min) and our People Lead (15 min) for you to learn about ways of working and team culture.About bunchbunch is an investment tech startup founded in Berlin in 2021. With a proven track record, bunch has garnered trust from leading fund managers and institutional LPs, who have collectively committed over €2 billion through the platform.The private markets are experiencing unprecedented growth, with alternative assets expected to reach nearly $40 trillion by the end of the decade, yet still reliant on outdated tools and methods.We recently closed our $15.5 million Series A to accelerate bunch’s mission to bring a trillion-dollar industry into the 21st century, driving a much-needed digital transformation.At bunch, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees because we value and celebrate diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we do not tolerate discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.

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