(Senior) Backend Engineer (Python) (d/w/m)

With Code Gaia, we ask the following question: How can we build a sustainable economy that inspires? At Code Gaia, we believe in inventions that add value to the world and create change because they are compelling. The time has come when the world needs a solution that makes sustainability as manageable for any business as its other resources.

Code Gaia is a Munich-based startup that offers an easy-to-use SaaS solution that helps companies analyze, optimize, and report on their sustainability.

Code Gaia is where great ideas become great experiences. We are looking for an experienced backend developer to join our core team to enhance and expand our existing portfolio.

At Code Gaia, we cultivate a positive, inclusive, and transparent workplace culture, in line with our four core values: Scientificity, Consciousness, Authenticity, and Ownership.

• We work hybrid-first because work should fit your life, not the other way around. Some of us work at the office, some from a camping van, and everything in between.
• We value diversity and independence.
• We are transparent and honest with each other and see eye to eye.
• We help each other out and grow as a team.
• We respect and celebrate each others contributions, be it on a professional or social level

Join us if you want to develop the SaaS solution for the environmentally-conscious age!

Tasks

As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to defining and driving the future of Code Gaia's products and thus the future of sustainability management.
Together with a highly autonomous, talented, cross-functional team of designers, domain experts and product managers, you will drive ESG products from idea to production. You are the architect, designer and coder of your project. You are dynamic and able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
At Code Gaia, we leave all egos at the door and concentrate on the job at hand. We value passionate, down-to-earth, can do people who enjoy fine-tuning small details, without losing sight of the big picture. We are looking for the type of person who feels uncomfortable when a day goes by without achieving something impactful. Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge that demands a creative solution. Above all, this task requires someone who is very proud of their work and who is inspired and motivated by their role to develop effective products for sustainability management and thus create a world worth living in.

Code Gaia R&D is all about teamwork. Engineers work side by side with Product Designers and Domain Experts in a fast, creative atmosphere with minimal documentation. Our team members are self-sufficient and problem solvers. We are looking for people who are passionate about sustainability and strive to break it down into accessible features for everyone. Always one step ahead in development platforms, new functionality and APIs.
You will be part of every stage of development from concept to deployment.

If you're passionate about great software design, want to be part of a group that works on very early-stage products, have the opportunity to shape them, and enjoy crafting robust, scalable, and maintainable services, we may be the team for you!

• Design and develop the overall architecture of the web applications.
• Collaborate with the rest of the project team to conceptualize, design, code and launch new features.
• Follow and share the best engineering practices.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience working in software development with one or more of the following programming languages; Python, Java, C/C++, C#, and/or JavaScript.
• 2+ years experience in backend development.
• Backend web development, including Python, web standards, and modern frameworks.
• Experience with data modeling & relational/non-relational database technologies.
• Passion for engineering excellence and experience with agile project development.
• Solid experience in REST APIs.

Preferred qualifications:

• 4+ years experience in backend development.
• Experience in developing scalable and robust SaaS applications in the cloud.
• A strong foundation in Computer Science fundamentals with excellent problem-solving skills, deep knowledge of data structures and object-oriented design, development paradigms and API design.
• Excellent knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing and operations.
• Expertise with cloud services, such as AWS.
• Basic proficiency in and passion for machine learning, data analysis and data science.

Benefits

• Together, we will redefine how companies manage their sustainability. You have an impact on dozens of SMEs in Europe and that's just the start.
• Highly entrepreneurial environment. Ownership is one of our core values. We believe in your talent.
• Work from home, the WERK1 office in Munich or the Factory in Berlin with your colleagues.
• We offer you a competitive compensation package (salary, benefits and virtual shares).
• We support your personal growth and education with a time and money budget, as well as team learning events.
• Possibility to work 100% remotely within Germany