About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Join Us as a Mobile Backend Developer
Ready to build the backbone of tomorrow’s most innovative mobile apps? As a Mobile Backend Developer, you’ll be at the heart of our mission: crafting robust, secure systems with the latest technologies. If you’re passionate about powering seamless iOS and Android experiences—and you get a genuine kick out of integrating payment systems or wrangling real-time analytics—this is your chance to make an impact. Here, quality and reliability aren't just buzzwords; they're our promise.
About Us
We’re a tight-knit team of builders and problem-solvers who thrive on translating big ideas into powerful mobile solutions. From brainstorming sessions (where all voices are welcome) to launch day celebrations, our culture is rooted in collaboration and a shared obsession with getting the details right. You’ll find us debating the merits of new frameworks over coffee, and yes, we take deadlines seriously—but not at the expense of code quality or team sanity. Fridays? That’s when we show off what we’ve built (and occasionally order way too much pizza).
What You’ll Be Doing
- Designing and implementing secure, scalable backend systems that form the bedrock of high-performing mobile apps.
- Collaborating closely with mobile developers to ensure seamless integration between backend services and iOS/Android frontends.
- Building and maintaining integrations with third-party payment systems, databases, and analytics tools—if you love making things “just work,” you’ll fit right in.
- Optimizing for quality and accuracy at every stage, from architecture to deployment.
- Troubleshooting, debugging, and proactively monitoring backend performance and security.
- Participating in code reviews and knowledge sharing to help the team grow stronger together.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves
- Solid experience with at least one modern backend language or framework (think Node.js, Python, Go, or similar).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Hands-on experience integrating payment gateways and/or analytics tools.
- A strong grasp of database design and management (SQL or NoSQL).
- Commitment to writing secure, maintainable, and well-documented code.
Nice-to-Haves
- Previous work on mobile app backends (RESTful APIs, GraphQL, etc.).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
- A knack for clear communication—especially when explaining complex tech to teammates or clients.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary and project-based bonuses.
- Flexible remote work options (work in your sweats, we won’t judge).
- Regular team syncs, demo days, and a culture of open feedback.
- Opportunities for professional growth—whether you want to deepen your stack expertise or try your hand at product leadership.
- Supportive, approachable colleagues who care about both the product and the people.
We’re genuinely passionate about building things that last—and making sure you have the tools, trust, and time to do your best work. If solving tough problems with a team that values quality sounds like your kind of challenge, we’d love to connect.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through a backend system you designed for a mobile app? What were your main architectural considerations, and how did you ensure scalability and security?
- Describe your experience integrating third-party payment gateways or analytics tools. What challenges did you face, and how did you resolve them?
- Which backend language or framework are you most comfortable with (Node.js, Python, Go, etc.), and how have you used it to support mobile app development?
- How do you approach optimizing backend performance for real-time mobile applications? Are there specific monitoring or debugging tools you rely on?
- What’s your process for designing and managing databases for mobile backends? How do you decide between SQL and NoSQL solutions?
- Have you worked with cloud platforms and containerization tools like AWS, GCP, Docker, or Kubernetes? Share a specific example of how you leveraged these technologies in a past project.
- Tell us about a time you participated in a code review. How did you handle feedback—both giving and receiving—and what did you learn from the experience?
- Imagine you’re collaborating with mobile developers and notice a recurring integration issue between backend services and the mobile frontend. How would you approach diagnosing and resolving this?
- Share an example of when you proactively identified and fixed a backend security vulnerability before it became a problem.
- How do you balance the need for meeting deadlines with your commitment to code quality, especially when working with a collaborative team?
- What motivates you to stay up-to-date with the latest backend and mobile technologies, and how do you share new knowledge with your colleagues?
- Our team values open communication and knowledge sharing. Can you describe a time you explained a complex technical concept to a non-technical teammate or client?
- How do you contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture—especially when working remotely?
- Fridays are our demo days. How would you feel about regularly showcasing your work and celebrating team wins together?