Software Engineer (m/f/x)

React,scala,ai,kubernetes,docker,restapi,redis,golang,akka,CI,CD

airfocus, the world’s first modular product management platform, is growing on all continents. We have proven to be an up-and-coming industry leader with a proven business model and a first-class team. Now, with thousands of users from customers like Shopify, Caterpillar, or The Washington Post, it’s time to add fuel to the fire and further scale up our product-led growth!

We are on the lookout for a talented software engineer with a flair for the frontend and a keen interest in AI. You will collaborate closely with the tech lead and CTO, mentor engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions.

What you’ll do:

• Improve and maintain our application architecture.
• Implement complex and reusable React components from drag & drop to rendering large data collections.
• Work closely with product managers and designers to refine and implement new feature concepts.
• Review and test the work of your peers throughout all stages of the development cycle.
• Lead further development of AI-features
• Integrate frontend interfaces with backend APIs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot frontend issues, ensuring timely resolution and a seamless user experience.
• Mentor junior members of the frontend team, sharing your expertise and providing guidance on best practices.

Team

• The majority of our meetings are remote.
• Tasks and workflows are organized via airfocus, Slack, and GitHub.
• Project squads with rotating team members.
• Kanban board for members who are currently not on a project squad.

Our frontend tech stack

• React frontend with react-query for asynchronous state management.
• Modular architecture with multiple extension packages that extend the core application managed in a monorepo for the frontend.
• Typescript definitions for data fetching provided by the backend.
• Separate repository for UI components.
• React, NextJS, dnd kit, Turbo, Slate, Kubernetes, GitHub.

Our backend tech stack

• Scala backend with akka-http, play-json, tapir for serving the API.
• PostgreSQL as main database.
• Redis for asynchronous event/task processing.
• Kubernetes for infrastructure and deployment.
• Golang for platform engineering

• Profound experience as a frontend/ fullstack engineer
• Comprehensive knowledge of React and TypeScript.
• In-depth knowledge of modern CSS.
• Experience in modern HTTP Rest APIs.
• Knowledge in writing tests.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Agile mindset.
• Working autonomously as well as being a team player.
• Proficiency in building tools with Go for platform engineering.
• You could win a debate on tabs vs. spaces conducted entirely in English ;)
• Nice to have: Experience with Docker.

You'll join a diverse and talented team, with plenty of opportunities for personal growth, impact, and learning.

• Remote first team: Work from our cool HQ in Hamburg or anywhere in Europe - forever!
• Flexible working hours
• Boost your personal development in an environment that encourages continuous learning.
  • L&D budget
• Competitive compensation.
• Project squads with rotating team members
• MacBook Pro or notebook of your choice.
• Healthy (and non-healthy!) snacks and beverages (if you're in Hamburg).
• Recurring virtual events
• Annual airfolks meet-ups!