Role in brief
Wheely is looking for a Mid/Senior Backend Engineer to enhance their Marketplace team. This role involves building scalable services primarily using Go. Candidates with a strong backend development background and experience with databases should apply.
About the role
Wheely is redefining premium transportation services across major cities, focusing on delivering a five-star experience through advanced technology. The company has a significant presence in Europe, the US, and the Middle East, and is experiencing rapid growth, especially after launching in New York City.
In this role, you will be responsible for writing high-quality code and developing new microservices while managing legacy systems. Collaboration with product managers, designers, and data scientists is essential to translate requirements into technical designs, ensuring system performance under heavy loads.
The salary range for this role is between $55,000 and $85,000, depending on experience.
Skills that matter here
- Go: The primary programming language used for building backend services.
- PostgreSQL: Used for relational database management in scalable backend services.
- MongoDB: Utilized as a NoSQL database for flexible data storage.
- Redis: Employed for caching and improving data retrieval speeds.
- RabbitMQ: Used as a message broker for handling asynchronous communication.
- AWS: The cloud platform supporting the infrastructure for backend services.
Who this role suits
- A person with a solid foundation in backend development and a passion for scalable systems.
- Someone who values collaboration and can effectively communicate technical concepts.
- An individual comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
- A professional who is adaptable and open to learning new technologies.
From the employer
- Write high-quality, performant code primarily in Go.
- Implement new microservices while helping us responsibly manage and migrate away from legacy services.
- Work closely with product managers, designers, and data scientists to turn abstract requirements into concrete technical designs.
- Ensure our systems stay responsive under heavy load, optimising for both latency and reliability.
- 3+ years of experience (5+ years for seniors) building and maintaining scalable backend services. We use Go. If you know it, great. If not, we’ll interview you in your strongest language (Python, C++, Java, Ruby, etc.). We hire for engineering fundamentals, not syntax.
- In-depth knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis) and experience with message brokers like RabbitMQ or Kafka.
- Upper-Intermediate (B2) English proficiency or higher. You should be comfortable debating technical trade-offs with your peers.
- Office-based role in Nicosia, four days a week with flexible start and finish times, plus one remote day of your choice.
- Competitive salary.
- Employee stock options plan.
- Private medical and dental insurance.
- Daily Lunch allowance.
- Latest-generation MacBook Pro and 4k display.
- Professional development stipend.
- Relocation support, including visa sponsorship and allowance.
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy?
The role allows for one remote day of your choice each week, with the rest being office-based in Nicosia.
What is the seniority level for this position?
This position is open to mid and senior-level candidates, with specific experience requirements.
How can I apply for this role?
Interested candidates can apply through Wheely's website.
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