Ai-Native Staff Backend Engineer

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Ready to find your perfect job fit? Welcome to HomeBuddy, where making a home awesome is like seeing a vision come to life We are on a mission to create a friendly and trusted platform to connect homeowners with the right contractors across the US. What started as a small idea has become a fast-growing home improvement platform focusing on lead quality and long-term partnerships based on trust and mutual success. We are a growth-oriented company with a long-term outlook – our platform consistently and positively evolves based on data insights and the most up-to-date tools. This job is for you if
- You would like to work in a positive atmosphere where teamwork and trust in your colleagues are primary values.
- You succeed in an environment that values initiative and sharing feedback and where your suggestions and efforts are recognized and appreciated.
- You are used to taking responsibility for solving difficult tasks and are directly involved in how your efforts impact the final result. We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer You'll work in a collaborative, senior-level engineering team that values systems thinking, C4 architecture modelling, and clear estimation practices. This role is full-time and offers home working flexibility. Your future role will include
- Designing and implementing scalable, maintainable, and well-tested systems using PHP (Laravel) and other modern frameworks and languages.
- Using C4 modelling and architectural thinking to design new features and systems.
- Participating in the full development lifecycle: concept, estimation, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and optimisation.
- Working closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-value features on time.
- Championing systems thinking, helping ensure technical choices align with business goals.
- Maintaining a strong focus on code quality, performance, and security. You're going to need this to be successful in this role
- 5+ years of professional development experience, with experience in PHP/Laravel.
- Experience in at least one other modern language or framework – ideally .
NET Core, Go, Kotlin/Native/Multiplatform. Alternatively, experience in Node.
Js or Python.
- Solid understanding of OOP, SOLID principles, and design patterns.
- Experience creating or working with C4 diagrams and system architecture documentation.
- Proven ability to estimate work accurately and deliver within agreed timelines.
- Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases, including performance tuning.
- Proficiency with Git-based workflows and Linux environments.
- Experience with o11y tools.
- Advanced English. It's nice if you also have
- Experience with Docker and containerised deployments in a Terraform environment.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS) and/or certification.
- Background in event-driven systems or microservices.
- Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, and other Atlassian tools. Why choose HomeBuddy
- Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere without being tied to one place – while ensuring you are available to our team during the agreed

working hours
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- Achieve a harmonious work-life balance with a flexible schedule tailored to your local needs, along with paid vacation, sick leave, and local holidays.
- Empower yourself with work equipment of your choice partially paid for by HomeBuddy and up-to-date apps and tools to maximize your productivity.
- Feel valued and appreciated with an industry-leading compensation package.
- Get recognized and rewarded for both outstanding individual efforts leading to extraordinary results and our team success.
- Enhance your well-being with our allowance program covering fitness activities and mental health programs.
- Learn and expand your knowledge by both working on complex tasks and using paid training opportunities, including courses, events, and conferences.