Backend Engineer at heycar

London, England, United Kingdom

heycar Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong technical skills to build scalable backend services, primarily in Python (in any framework)
  • Analytical skills: a love for problem solving, and improving our working processes
  • A good understanding of databases, OO design, data structures and SOLID principles
  • Strong desire to work collaboratively with both your peers and business teams
  • The ability to communicate technical concepts to other members of the team

Responsibilities

  • Hands on building highly scalable and maintainable backend services
  • Use appropriate tools for development and being proactive in suggesting new tools, frameworks or techniques
  • Collaborate across functional teams including Product, Design and Sales
  • Share technical solutions and product ideas through code and design reviews, pair programming, and presentations
  • Highlight areas we can improve on as a team practising Agile processes

Skills

Microservices
Backend Development
Scalable Systems
Data Processing
Agile Processes
Code Review
Pair Programming
Design Review

heycar

Platform for buying and selling used cars

About heycar

Heycar is an online platform that focuses on the buying and selling of quality used cars. It connects individual consumers with a network of trusted dealerships, ensuring that all vehicles listed on the site meet high standards of quality and reliability. The platform provides detailed vehicle histories and customer reviews to promote transparency in the car-buying process. Heycar generates revenue through transaction fees and partnerships with dealerships. The main goal of Heycar is to enhance customer satisfaction by making the car-buying experience more reliable and straightforward.

Berlin, GermanyHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$70MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Pension contribution of 5%, when you contribute 3%
We work flexibly, in the office or at home, and trust our team to get the job done
When you join heycar you’ll get an allowance to set up your home-working space
Choose your own tech - join the Apple vs Microsoft debate!
28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and your birthday
Extra day of holiday when you refer someone who’s hired at heycar
Private medical insurance from AXA
Critical Illness Cover
Annual subscription to FIIT fitness app
Access to online mental health support via Spill
Cycle to Work Scheme worth up to £1,000
£500 annual learning budget - you decide how to spend it to support your professional development
Ongoing personal development support including Lunch & Learns run by the team
Enhanced Family Leave
Life Assurance
Table tennis & table football - bring your competitive streak!
Snacks and an office bar that’s fully stocked
Access to our epic roof terrace
Regular team socials

Risks

Competition from platforms like Cazoo and Carvana is intensifying.
Economic downturns may reduce consumer spending on used cars.
Regulatory changes in emissions standards could impact heycar's inventory.

Differentiation

Heycar partners with trusted dealerships ensuring high-quality used cars.
The platform offers detailed vehicle histories and customer reviews for transparency.
Heycar's partnership with Wrisk introduces embedded motor insurance for buyers.

Upsides

Growing demand for EVs boosts heycar's sustainable vehicle offerings.
AI-driven tools enhance personalized customer experiences on heycar's platform.
AR technology allows virtual car tours, improving the online buying experience.

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