smartclip Europe GmbH

Software Engineer API (f/m/d) - Node.js, SQL

smartclip Europe GmbH

Software Engineer API (f/m/d) - Node.js, SQL

Software Engineer API (f/m/d) - Node.js, SQL

smartclip Europe GmbH

smartclip Europe GmbH

smartclip Europe GmbH

  • Berlin
    Office locations
  • Full-time
  • Midlevel and Senior
    You need at least 3-5 years of working experience.
  • Hybrid work
    You need to come to the office every week.

Posted on 23.9.2025

You’re not just coding APIs – you’re unlocking achievements in a high-paced, ever-changing arena.

  • Be part of a small but mighty squad (currently 3 devs → soon +2).
  • Knowledge-sharing culture & frequent code reviews = constant XP boost.
  • Ownership of your code: monitoring, greenkeeping, improving.
  • Hybrid playstyle: work remote, but meet IRL in Berlin HQ at least once a week.
  • Work on complex systems where your input actually changes the meta.

Tasks

  • Develop and maintain microservices that connect worlds (internal & external systems).
  • Command side quests (and sometimes the main questline) when the Tech Lead is away from keyboard.
  • Shape the team’s strategy with your strong opinions and battle-tested experience.
  • Master the arts of authentication & authorization (OAuth, Auth0 integrations, specs reading = your spellbook).
  • Design & optimize SQL databases like a level 99 architect (bonus points for PostgreSQL mastery).

Requirements

Must-have Powers:

  • 5+ years XP as Backend/API Developer in Node.js + TypeScript.
  • Legendary SQL & DB design skills (PostgreSQL = epic weapon).
  • ORM wisdom (knowing both the buffs and nerfs).
  • Strong in automated testing (jest/mocha, coverage quests).
  • Docker, Git, JavaScript, SQL – all mastered.

Bonus Perks (Nice-to-have Items): 

  • AWS, Grafana, Prometheus, Graylog.
  • Academic background (Computer Science, Software Engineering).
  • Leadership XP (professional, not disciplinary).

📬 Ready to press Start?

Looking forward to your message via the Instaffo Chat!


smartclip is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other diverse characteristics.


Team

🤝 Welcome to our API squad! We’re just your friendly bunch of code wizards, crafting microservices, slaying SQL dragons, and keeping our systems safe from chaos. Join the party and help us level up!


Application process

  1. Chat with Sarah (Senior Recruiter @smartclip) via telephone call
  2. Interview via google meet with your potential leader(s)
  3. Interview in person with your potential future team
  4. Feedback from the Team and Sarah on a short notice

labels:relevantSkills

JavaScriptMochaDockerGrafanaNode.jsGraylogTypeScriptGitJestPostgreSQLRest APIORM

labels:requiredLanguages

languages:English (languageLevels:fluent)

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

An “honour system-based” approach to working hours:
You can determine your own work start and end times, as well as the time you take breaks, between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on workdays (Monday to Friday).

Freie Wahl der Arbeitsgeräte

Tools & Equipment:
We provide you with State-of-the-art equipment. Whether you prefer Mac, Linux, or any specific tool, you’ll have access to top-of-the-line equipment and state-of-the-art tools and programs.

30+ vacation days

30+ holidays:
In addition, the 24th and 31st of December are considered non-working days at smartclip, no holidays need to be taken for these days.

Part-Time

“Smart Fridays”:
Our latest four-day workweek option – we understand the value of flexibility.

Professional Development

Continuous Development:
Investing in your growth is a priority for us. We offer diverse training opportunities through Udacity, Coursera, hackathons, conferences, and personal and professional coaching & training

Job-Ticket

We offer contributions towards the Deutschland-Ticket.

Job-Rad

We offer contributions towards JobRad.

Events

Team events:
When we party, we party hard! We celebrate whenever we can. We host parties after work, as well as Christmas parties and summer parties.

Pension Plan

Company pension scheme:
In order to optimise your private pension provision, there are various subsidies and grants in place so that you can get the most out of your money.

Employee Discounts

Employee discounts:
As part of RTL Deutschland, we can participate in the broad range of employee benefits. Numerous products and services of well-known providers are offered at special rates. There are offers in a variety of categories from sports, fashion, technology to travel and media. And we offer a free RTL+ premium subscription.

Accessibility

Accessible workplaces.

Well-Connected by Public Transport

Easily accessible by public transport:
Our modern offices in Hamburg, Berlin, Cologne, etc. are all centrally located in the hearts of the cities.

Health Program

Health measures:
smartclip encourages employees to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle through physical fitness. Employees will be reimbursed up to a certain amount for individual memberships at fitness centres. Additionally, we offer various digital fitness courses, as well as sport events like running challenges and team relays.

Freie Getränke

Of course we offer free drinks.

Additional Benefits

Our Approach:
We are driven by exciting projects that enable freedom for personal design and development opportunities. We pride ourselves on leveraging the latest technologies to stay ahead, including Node.js, C++, Java, Scala, Python, SQL, TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Google Cloud, and many more.

smartclip Europe GmbH

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