Job
- Level
- Junior
- Job Field
- Back End
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent employment
- Location
- Hamburg
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
Job Summary
In this role, you will develop backend components using Python, manage AWS infrastructures, and enhance the Fraud Scanner through testing, debugging, and containerization with Docker.
Job Technologies
Your role in the team
- As a Backend Developer (m/f/d), you will play an important role in direct product development and work at the heart of VAARHAFT to realize our vision.
- You will work on our main product, the 'Fraud Scanner,' ensure the smooth live operation of the API, and continuously develop it further.
- Development and maintenance of backend components and systems using Python.
- Administration and maintenance of AWS infrastructures, including EC2 instances, API gateways, VPC, S3, and DynamoDB.
- Containerization of applications with Docker and administration of Docker environments.
- Testing and debugging to ensure high software quality and performance.
- Support with troubleshooting and providing technical solutions.
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Our expectations of you
Education
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
Qualifications
- Very good knowledge of one or more programming languages, such as Python, Shell, Terraform, Flutter.
- Proficient in AI application layers (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT, Cursor, Claude-Code, Codex, Gemini-CLI).
- Knowledge of SQL databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL and NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB.
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies and stacks.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with a passion for technology.
Experience
- At least 1 to 2 years of proven experience as a backend engineer or in a similar role with a focus on developing scalable web applications or platforms.
- Initial experience working with AWS services such as EC2, DynamoDB, and API Gateway.
- Nice to have: Experience with containerization technologies, especially Docker.
- Nice to have FastAPI experience.
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What we offer
- Insights into a young startup where you can actively contribute.
- New challenges with a steep learning curve in a motivated team and a fast-paced work environment.
- Flat hierarchies and individual talent development.
- Real startup life in our co-working spaces in the cities of Hamburg and Berlin, as well as flexible working hours and the option to work remotely up to 100% of the time.
- Regular team-building events.
- Urban sports program.
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VAARHAFT
VAARHAFT GmbH is an emerging tech startup based in Hamburg that focuses on the authentication of digital media. With its advanced "Fraud Scanner" technology, the company protects against fake images, videos, and documents, offering an API solution for the insurance industry. Founded in 2023, VAARHAFT positions itself as a technology partner in the insurtech sector.
Description
- Company Type
- Startup
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Industry
- Internet, IT, Telecommunication
Backend Developer
- Location
- Hamburg
- Working Model
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Diversity
- Open for all genders
- English Only
- English only required
