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Backend Engineer

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Develop scalable backend services, write clean code in Go, implement microservices, and work with databases and messaging systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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Wheely is not a traditional ride-hailing company. We are building a platform with user privacy at its core while successfully scaling a five-star service to millions of rides across multiple cities.

We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer to join one of our dynamic technical teams, such as Marketplace, Privacy, Passenger, Supply, B2B, etc.

Responsibilities
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (designers, testers, product managers) to gather requirements and discuss project goals
  • Participate in the analysis, design and evaluation of technical requirements together with the team
  • Write clean, scalable, and efficient code mainly in Go language
  • Implement new microservices and support old ones
  • Perform unit testing and participate in integration and system testing to ensure the quality of the software
  • Review and give feedback on code written by peers to ensure consistency, readability, and efficiency
  • Write and maintain technical documentation, including software design documents and user guides
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience developing scalable and reliable backend services
  • Proficiency with Go/Ruby/Python/C++/Java/Kotlin languages
  • In-depth knowledge of common databases and messaging systems like PostgreSQL/MongoDB/Redis/Kafka/RabbitMQ, etc.
  • Upper-Intermediate or higher English proficiency

Our current stack: Go microservices, shrinking Ruby monolith, Node.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ, Thrift, Redis, AWS, Terraform, K8s, Jenkins.

What we Offer

We expect excellence from our people — both on the road and in the office. In return, we offer flexible working hours, stock options, and a range of exceptional perks and benefits.

  • On-site role located in West London
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee stock options plan
  • Medical insurance, including dental
  • Life and critical illness insurance
  • Lunch allowance
  • Best-in-class equipment
  • Professional development subsidies

All of your personal information will be collected stored and processed in accordance with Wheely’s Candidate Privacy Notice

Top Skills

AWS
C++
Go
Java
Jenkins
K8S
Kafka
Kotlin
MongoDB
Postgres
Python
RabbitMQ
Redis
Ruby
Terraform
HQ

Wheely London, England Office

The Old Monastery Barn, London, United Kingdom, TW8 8JF

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