Backend Software Engineer

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsWe are Edgemony, a company specializing in training and recruiting in Tech, AI and Digital Product Management.For an innovative client operating in the field of advanced robotics and artificial intelligence, we are seeking an experienced and highly-skilled Backend Software Engineer to join their cognitive platform team.The company is focused on developing cutting-edge cognitive platforms that power next-generation humanoid systems.About The RoleYou will be a key player in designing, building, and scaling the core backend systems and infrastructure that power our humanoid robot's cognitive platform.You will tackle complex challenges related to distributed systems, real-time communication, and high-performance computing, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the platform's brain.Your work will directly impact the robot's ability to process information, learn, and interact with the world.This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative client in the robotics sector and contribute to their mission of revolutionizing human-robot interaction with cutting-edge technologies and solutions.Main ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs using Python.Implement and optimize concurrent systems using asyncio, multithreading, and/or multiprocessing.Architect and build robust distributed systems components.Develop and manage real-time communication channels using WebSockets and Pub/Sub messaging systems (e.g., MQTT, NATS, Redis Pub/Sub).Write clean, efficient, testable, and well-documented code.Collaborate closely with frontend developers, robotics engineers, and infrastructure teams.Optimize application performance, identify bottlenecks, and ensure system reliability.Work with containerization (Docker) and orchestration systems (e.g., Kubernetes / Helm).Contribute to database design and management (noSQL and SQL).Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.(Nice to have)Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation efforts.Stay up-to-date with the latest backend technologies, concurrency patterns, and distributed systems best practices.RequirementsMaster's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.3+ years of professional experience in backend software engineering.Strong proficiency in Python.Deep understanding and hands-on experience with concurrent programming in Python (asyncio, multithreading, multiprocessing).Proven experience designing and building distributed systems.Experience with WebSockets and Pub/Sub messaging patterns/systems.Experience with containerization using Docker.Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL).Experience with version control systems (Git).Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.Excellent communication and teamwork skills.English proficiency (written and spoken).Nice to HaveExperience with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., GitHub Actions).Experience with cloud platforms.Experience with Kubernetes.BenefitsContract Type: Full-timeSmart Working: Available (1 day/week, subject to team policy)Driving Licence: RequiredLa ricerca è rivolta ai candidati di ambosessi (L. ******).Si prega di leggere l'informativa sulla privacy ai sensi dell'art.13 del Regolamento (UE) ******** sulla protezione dei dati (GDPR).Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting#J-*****-Ljbffr