Backend Engineer - Remote

Overview

Smartness is a rapidly growing B2B SaaS company that supports small and medium-sized accommodation providers by offering innovative solutions to compete against large hotel chains. With a focus on dynamic pricing and a suite of products designed to optimize business operations, Smartness aims to become a leading global player in the travel-tech industry.

In Short

• Join a fast-growing team recognized as one of Italy's top start-ups.
• Work primarily with Node.js to develop robust backend systems.
• Design and maintain high-load systems with a focus on scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end product features.
• Participate in technical decision-making affecting system architecture.
• Embrace a culture of continuous growth and learning.
• Enjoy remote working opportunities with team-building events.
• Contribute to a collaborative environment that values your input.
• Work in a meritocratic setting with competitive salaries.
• Be part of a team that prioritizes clean code and performance optimization.

Requirements

• 4+ years of backend experience, particularly in Node.js.
• Strong knowledge of system design and distributed architectures.
• Experience with high-load systems and scalability considerations.
• Familiarity with microservices and event-driven environments.
• Understanding of containerization and deployment pipelines.
• Passion for maintainable and optimized code.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Benefits

• Work in a supportive and top-performing team.
• Engage in a culture that allows for mistakes and learning.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Participate in fun team-building experiences.
• Competitive salary structure based on merit.