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You’ll work on core application systems and service architectures that sit at the heart of our platform.\nIf you want to:\nDesign, build, and evolve high-traffic, business-critical backend services with a focus on scalability and reliability;\n\nLead and influence architectural decisions - from domain modeling and service boundaries to infrastructure and deployment strategies;\n\nDrive the evolution of our next-generation service platform together with senior and lead engineers;\n\nIdentify system bottlenecks and propose architectural improvements to support long-term growth;\n\nOwn complex technical initiatives end-to-end, from design to production;\n\nWrite clean, well-tested code while raising engineering standards across the team.\n\nAnd you can check off:\nStrong experience as a backend engineer building production-grade platforms and distributed systems;\n\nSolid understanding of software design patterns, microservice architecture, and RESTful API design principles;\n\nConfidence working with different programming languages and stacks, and picking the right tool for the problem;\n\nExperience working with databases, messaging systems, and distributed components;\n\nComfort participating in code reviews, design discussions, and technical decision-making.\n\nBonus points if you:\nHave experience building or scaling platforms that serve millions of requests;\n\nProficiency in at least two backend programming languages (e.g., PHP, Go, TypeScript/JavaScript);\n\nDesigned systems with reliability, observability, and operational concerns in mind.\n\nHere's the deal:\nGrowth and learning opportunities: time dedicated to learning, conferences, online learning platforms, and books for your professional development;\n\nHealth and wellness: we want you to feel and be your best. That's why we offer various benefits, from online workouts, a physical coach and a gym to regular mental health checks;\n\nTools of your choice: choose technical equipment and the tools you need to do your best;\n\nCommunity and celebrations: get ready for long-lasting traditions such as yearly workation, Friday get-togethers, various team buildings and company celebrations;\n\nConvenient commuting: traveling from point A to point B can be a pain. That’s why, depending on your unique circumstances, we compensate part of your public transport costs;\n\nWork-life balance: We encourage working in the office, with the possibility of up to two remote days per week. Plus, with our WFA policy, you can work from almost anywhere in the world;\n\nPremium Surfshark accounts: for you, your family, and friends;\n\nGross salary: 5600 - 7200 Eur/month for the Lithuanian market, 23800-33400 PLN/month for the Polish market. 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