<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><p>We are looking for a backend specialist who loves the intersection of stability and scalability. Your focus will not be on a title, but on the impact of your code. You will:</p><ul><li><strong>Bridge Systems:</strong> Build and maintain robust microservices that ensure seamless communication between internal and external environments.</li><li><strong>Drive Implementation:</strong> Take full ownership of features from a raw idea to a production-ready deployment.</li><li><strong>Evolve the Architecture:</strong> Contribute to our technical roadmap by questioning the status quo and proposing scalable solutions.</li><li><strong>Secure the Flow:</strong> Implement and refine authentication and authorisation flows (OAuth, Auth0) to keep our systems safe and accessible.</li><li><strong>Optimise the Core:</strong> Ensure our data layer is lean and fast, applying deep knowledge of SQL and PostgreSQL to solve complex data challenges.</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Your Skills</strong></p><p><strong>Core Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Node.js &amp; TypeScript Mastery:</strong> You can write clean, maintainable, and type-safe code that thrives in a production environment.</li><li><strong>Data Architect Mindset:</strong> You don't just write queries; you understand how to design efficient database schemas and optimise them for performance (PostgreSQL).</li><li><strong>The Art of Persistence:</strong> You know how to leverage ORMs effectively, understanding exactly when they help and when they get in the way.</li><li><strong>Quality Obsession:</strong> Automated testing (jest/mocha) isn't a chore for you—it's the only way to ship with confidence.</li><li><strong>DevOps Basics:</strong> You are comfortable with Docker, Git, and the general flow of modern CI/CD pipelines.</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Bonus Skills (The Power-Ups):</strong></p><ul><li>Experience navigating the AWS ecosystem or monitoring tools like Grafana, Prometheus, or Graylog.</li><li>A track record of mentoring peers or leading the technical direction of a project.</li><li>A degree in Computer Science or a self-taught journey evidenced by a strong portfolio.</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>