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Northflank is a cutting-edge cloud platform enabling developers to build and ship highly scalable, full-stack applications faster than ever before. We are a venture-backed company, and our platform is used by tens of thousands of developers worldwide in production. We are currently looking for a backend software engineer to join our team of passionate, dedicated professionals. As a backend software engineer at Northflank, you will play a crucial role in building core technology and contributing to the platform's stability, performance, and product roadmap. This position is remote. Timezone: Working hours aligned with UTC ± 2 hours Key Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable backend systems and APIs Optimize database performance and data structures Develop and maintain microservices architecture Ensure high availability and fault tolerance of our systems Collaborate with front-end developers and DevOps teams Participate in code reviews and technical discussions Requirements: 3+ years of experience in backend development Proficiency in languages such as Go, Python, or Node.js Strong knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL) Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience with distributed systems and message queues Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Knowledge of CI/CD practices and tools Contributions to open-source projects We offer a competitive salary, equity, and benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing startup at the forefront of the cloud-native revolution. If you are passionate about infrastructure software and want to join a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you! Compensation The compensation for this role will depend on a number of factors including but not limited to: skill set, experience, training, and location. The salary range is between £45k-£100k. Diversity Statement At Northflank, we are committed to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued, respected, and supported, regardless of their background or identity. We are dedicated to providing equal treatment and opportunity throughout hiring, selection, and employment regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected category. Northflank is an equal opportunity employer.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.