Senior Backend Engineer

Helsinki | Remote (EMEA)
Videoly is a market-leading e-commerce content management platform. We’re on a path to becoming the global go-to content hub for online retailers and brands.
As part of our ambitious growth journey, we’re looking for a backend developer to join our team, preferably in Helsinki, but working from EMEA time zones will also be considered.
What you'll do:
Videoly operates at the intersection of e-commerce automation and multimedia technology. We provide a platform that dynamically bridges product content with online retail ecosystems, aiming to enhance digital shopping experiences.
As a Senior Backend Engineer building the Videoly product, you'll be working on:
* Developing the best e-commerce content delivery platform that processes millions of data points daily
* Building our API ecosystem that integrates with digital asset management systems and e-commerce platforms
* Contributing to our automated video integration infrastructure that connects product videos to relevant PDPs across thousands of online stores
* Implementing performance analytics systems
* Ensuring tangible business outcomes for our customers
What you'll bring
Here’s what we’re looking for:
* 5+ years of experience in web development, including strong backend experience (Node.js/TypeScript/Next.js)
* Experience working with different databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch)
* Solid understanding of how distributed systems are built and web technologies in general
* Knowledge of application design, development patterns, and principles, along with the ability to apply them
* Experience and willingness to write automated tests
* Experience architecting applications on AWS infrastructure; knowledge of IaC tools is a big plus (Terraform, Terragrunt)
* Proficient English speaker
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify problems and their root causes
* Ability and willingness to take ownership
* A great team player who shares their work with teammates and collaborates to solve big problems
* A can-do attitude and eagerness to develop yourself
With us, you get
* We believe in empowered product teams—our developers are deeply involved in defining solutions and deciding how to build them.
* Hybrid employment opportunity at our Helsinki office or remote work on a contractor basis from a different location.
* A possibility to enter our option plan that allows employees to share in the company’s success.
* The opportunity to be part of an ambitious, supportive team that celebrates your success.
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