Senior Software Engineer (Frontend/Backend)

We at Mate are currently experiencing rapid growth and are seeking exceptional individuals who thrive on challenges and are eager to catapult a software startup from Bielefeld onto the global stage. Being part of the Mate team means collaborating with the finest minds, tackling challenges together, perpetually enhancing skills, and acquiring new knowledge every day.✨

We've developed the first content creation software made specifically for brand communication. Mate empowers anyone to create individual graphics, animations or videos without having to pay attention to corporate design - because Mate is brand-safe at all times. Started in 2021, more than 100 strong brands like Daimler Truck, BASF, Thyssenkrupp, UNICEF, Engel & Völkers, LBS etc. are now using our software. 💜

Currently, we are looking for reinforcement in our software development team as we need more smart brains to accelerate company growth with growing value for our customers. You will be part of and overall work very closely with our team of 15!

Sounds exciting? Then apply now and let's get started together! 🚀

• developing new features full-stack - if you have a certain focus on frontend or backend that’s great as well
• working together closely with the founding team to make sure architectual decisions meet business requirements
• developing well-structured backend services and working on database design
• building component-based frontend structures with a great UX
• solving code problems in smaller groups as a team
• reviewing your teammate's code
• mentoring/guiding other devs on your team
• coding with high standards (code quality, best practices)

• enthusiastic about building a highly scalable SaaS product with a huge impact on the global software ecosystem
• holistic skill set in software engineering (frontend or backend focus are great as well)
• >5 years of experience are nice but doesn’t matter if you bring the skills
• deep knowledge of TypeScript & GraphQL
• relational databases (ideally Postgres) & working with an ORM
• ideally experience in any modern JS Framework (React, Vue, Svelte, or similar)
• team player & coaching experience of more junior developers
• experience in reviewing code with high engineering standards
• focus on usability and UX (we build Mate through the eyes of our customers)
• located +/- 3 hours from CET timezone

Important note: We aren’t perfect Swiss army knives ourselves and do not expect you to be either 😊

• being part of a great team in an innovative surrounding building software for industry-leading customers
• dedicated budget for education & conferences
• fully remote work possible (office doors are always open for you, including barista coffee ☕)
• regular team events with the best team ever
• team culture with trust and appreciation
• fair, competitive salary that develops together with your skills and experience
• hardware of your choice (Mac or Linux), for private usage as well

We look forward to receiving your application (CV is perfectly sufficient) and finally getting to know you over a (virtual) coffee or tea!