<div class="show-more-less-html__markup show-more-less-html__markup--clamp-after-5 relative overflow-hidden"> <p><strong>Remote in our day-to-day work. On-site when it matters.</strong></p><p>We work remote by default – focused, efficient, and with full ownership. For larger features, architectural decisions, and real brainstorming sessions, we come together in Berlin – fast, hands-on, and without unnecessary meeting overhead.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>We use AI to accelerate – not to replace thinking.</strong></p><p><strong>We design the system, steer the output, and take responsibility for what we ship.</strong></p><p><strong>Fast where it makes sense. Careful where it matters.</strong></p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Your mission</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Develop and maintain microservices</strong> that connect worlds (internal &amp; external systems).</li><li><strong>Command side quests</strong> (and sometimes the main questline) when the Tech Lead is away from keyboard.</li><li><strong>Shape the team’s strategy</strong> with your strong opinions and battle-tested experience.</li><li>Master the arts of <strong>authentication &amp; authorization</strong> (OAuth, Auth0 integrations, specs reading = your spellbook).</li><li><strong>Design &amp; optimize SQL databases</strong> like a level 99 architect (bonus points for PostgreSQL mastery).</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Your skills</strong></p><p><strong>Must-haves:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years XP as Backend/<strong>API</strong> Developer in <strong>Node.js</strong> + <strong>TypeScript</strong>.</li><li>Legendary <strong>SQL &amp; DB design skills</strong> (PostgreSQL = epic weapon).</li><li><strong>ORM</strong> wisdom (knowing both the buffs and nerfs).</li><li>Strong in <strong>automated testing</strong> (jest/mocha, coverage quests).</li><li><strong>Docker, Git, JavaScript, SQL</strong> – all mastered.</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Nice-to-haves: </strong></p><ul><li>AWS, Grafana, Prometheus, Graylog.</li><li>Academic background (Computer Science, Software Engineering).</li><li>Leadership XP (professional, not disciplinary).</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Why you’ll love working with us</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Ownership over tickets: </strong>You’re trusted with real responsibility, not just tasks. No unnecessary bureaucracy, no micromanagement – we rely on you to take things forward.</li><li><strong>Build &gt; Talk: </strong>We test what works – not what sounds good. Fail fast, learn faster.</li><li><strong>High standards, low ego: </strong>We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. Direct feedback, honest collaboration, no drama.</li><li><strong>Stay sharp: </strong>Hackathons, conferences, community – we invest in your growth and keep you at the cutting edge.</li><li><strong>And yes – the fundamentals are covered too: </strong>30 days of vacation + Dec 24 &amp; 31 off, Smart Fridays (4 days week possible), mobility (Germany ticket &amp; JobRad), sports &amp; health offerings, mental health support, corporate benefits, RTL+ access, and more.</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Your CV is just the starting point.</strong></p><p>What matters more to us than your resume: a portfolio, a side project, a demo repo – anything that shows you don’t just talk about code, you ship it. Production-ready. Thought through. Done.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Welcome to smartclip! We’re just your average group of techies, you know, trying to keep the internet open and defend the European TV industry from Silicon Valley’s giants. Join us!</strong></p><p><br/></p><p><strong>About smartclip</strong></p><p>smartclip is the adtech development unit of RTL Group — Europe’s leading free-to-air broadcaster group. Our proprietary advertising technology is custom-built for the needs of European broadcasters and publishers — enabling media owners to implement smarter monetisation strategies. We are committed to delivering the most innovative ad experiences spanning in-stream, out-stream, addressable TV, connected TV, audio, and gaming — ultimately empowering brands with true cross-screen storytelling opportunities on all devices.</p><p><br/></p><p>For more information: Please visit www.smartclip.tv and follow us on LinkedIn.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Berlin or Hybrid (max. 3 hours travel time to Berlin)</p> </div>