Senior Backend Engineer (Java)

We are Rockup - a startup building a new kind of social networking and messaging mobile app focused on real-time geolocation. Think Telegram meets Tinder, but with a focus on location and communities - a tool for connecting with the people around you when you need it most.

Backed by a profitable sister company, we have the energy and agility of a startup coupled with resources of a mature organization. We are expanding our product team, and are looking for a Backend Engineer who’s ready to share ownership of the backend — from architecture to execution.

This is your chance to join early and influence a product that could scale to millions of users around the world.

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable and secure backend systems for our mobile app
• Design and implement real-time communication, geolocation services, and data storage solutions
• Build and optimize APIs to support a smooth and responsive mobile experience
• Ensure system reliability, security, and efficiency through best practices in database management and cloud infrastructure
• Participate in key decisions on backend tech stack, infrastructure, and team processes
• Monitor and improve system performance, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal response times
• Collaborate with the mobile engineers to ensure seamless integration between frontend and backend
• Establish CI/CD pipelines, testing and deployment strategies for smooth development workflows