Hopper

Staff Backend Software Engineer – Commerce Foundations

Hopper

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Ireland

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

Distributed SystemsScala

About the role

  • Lead the design, build, and operate API and full-stack solutions.
  • Collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and PMs for high alignment.
  • Ensure robust foundational logic and scalability across global partners.
  • Drive decision-making with high-quality documentation and asynchronous communication.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in backend heavy engineering role.
  • Mastery of Distributed Systems, ideally in Scala.
  • Multi-Tenant Mindset prioritizing configuration over customization.
  • Technical Fearlessness with deep dive into complex codebases.
  • Foundational Product Thinking anchored in stable commerce engines.
Benefits
  • Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions, competitive salary and the upsides of pre-IPO equity packages.
  • Carrot Cash travel stipend
  • Flexdesk All Access Pass & Work-from-home stipend
  • Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks is everyday business
  • Open communication with management and company leadership
  • Small, dynamic teams = massive impact
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
API developmentfull-stack solutionsDistributed SystemsScalamulti-tenant architecturetechnical documentationcommerce engines
Soft Skills
collaborationdecision-makingcommunicationproduct thinking