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Senior Backend Engineer (Remote EMEA or APAC)

Senior Backend Engineer (Remote EMEA or APAC)

JobgetherZA
20 hours ago
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Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of LI.FI. We are currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer in EMEA or APAC.

This fully remote opportunity is ideal for experienced backend engineers eager to build secure, scalable systems that power next-gen DeFi infrastructure. You’ll take ownership of robust API development, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and lead the evolution of our core architecture. Your work will directly impact how users interact with multi-chain liquidity protocols, and you'll help shape a product at the intersection of blockchain innovation and financial access. Expect a high-impact role with flexibility, equity, and the chance to work on real-world problems in a global, fast-moving environment.

Accountabilities :

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend systems and APIs that scale with increasing demand.
  • Architect high-performance infrastructure that balances security, speed, and maintainability.
  • Participate in code reviews, ensure coding standards, and foster best practices within the team.
  • Optimize system performance by identifying bottlenecks and enhancing algorithm efficiency.
  • Implement robust monitoring, debugging, and alerting tools to ensure system availability.
  • Write and maintain automated test suites (unit, integration, end-to-end) to support reliable deployments.
  • Document APIs and internal systems to support knowledge sharing and onboarding.
  • Mentor junior developers and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture.
  • Analyze and solve complex backend problems with practical, scalable solutions.

Requirements

  • Must be located in the EMEA or APAC region.
  • Extensive professional experience in backend development, ideally in a senior or lead role.
  • Strong proficiency with TypeScript and Node.js; experience with MongoDB, Redis, and Docker.
  • In-depth understanding of blockchain fundamentals and the EVM ecosystem.
  • Proven ability to design scalable backend architectures and build production-grade systems.
  • Experience with GitOps, Kubernetes, AWS, and Cloudflare is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with testing frameworks and a strong testing mindset.
  • Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Self-directed, proactive, and able to thrive in a fully remote team environment.
  • Bonus : Experience with smart contract development, Golang, or a degree in Computer Science.
  • Benefits

  • Competitive salary range : €90K–€130K (based on experience and location).
  • Equity from day one to share in the company's success.
  • 30 days of paid time off annually.
  • Flexible remote work and working hours.
  • Annual team offsites in exciting international locations (past trips include Vietnam and Morocco).
  • Choice of equipment and setup budget (€1,000 one-time remote budget).
  • Annual personal development budget of €1,000 (after 6 months).
  • Opportunity to shape the DeFi landscape with a highly collaborative and mission-driven team.
  • Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

    When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

    🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience and achievements.

    📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.

    🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.

    🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

    The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

    Thank you for your interest!

    #LI-CL1

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