Chapter Lead Backend (Golang) - BeReal at Voodoo

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Gaming, Social MediaIndustries

Requirements

7+ years of experience in backend engineering, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role
Proven experience in Go and contributing to developing high volume API microservices
Experience guiding teams and driving alignment across engineering functions
Passionate about clean architecture, scalability, and performance
Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working in fast-paced startup environments
Fluent in English and thrive in diverse international teams
Hold a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
Excited about the mission and ready to help shape the future of social media

Responsibilities

Lead and grow the backend chapter, setting technical direction and fostering a high-performance culture
Ensure sync across backend teams and collaborate with product squads to align on architectural decisions and best practices
Design scalable and robust backend architecture with the team to support global user base and rapid growth
Tackle technical challenges such as handling traffic spikes of millions of users in a short timeframe
Partner closely with product and engineering teams to deliver high-impact features with high quality
Conduct regular code and architecture reviews, and drive continuous improvement in development processes
Promote knowledge sharing and cross-team collaboration to maintain alignment on backend strategy

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GoGolangNode.jsNestJSGCPKubernetesPub/SubGitHub ActionsArgoCD

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Chapter Lead Backend position?

The job offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Is this a remote or hybrid role, and where is it located?

This is a hybrid position.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need 7+ years in backend engineering with at least 2 years in technical leadership, proven experience in Go for high-volume API microservices, experience guiding teams, and passion for clean architecture, scalability, and performance. A Master's degree in Computer Science or related field is required, along with English fluency.

What benefits does BeReal offer?

Benefits include Swile Lunch voucher, Gymlib (100% borne by BeReal), premium healthcare coverage SideCare for your family (100% borne by BeReal), and wellness activities in the Paris office.

What makes a strong candidate for this Chapter Lead role?

A strong candidate has 7+ years of backend experience including leadership in Go microservices, thrives in fast-paced startup environments with diverse international teams, and is excited about BeReal's mission to promote authenticity in social media.

Voodoo

Develops free hyper-casual mobile games

About Voodoo

Voodoo.io focuses on mobile gaming and app development, particularly in the hyper-casual game segment, which features simple and easy-to-play games that appeal to a wide audience. Their games are free for users, and the company generates revenue through advertising by partnering with ad networks like AdColony and Adjust to display targeted ads within their games. This approach allows Voodoo to entertain millions of users globally while providing brands with advertising solutions to reach mobile gamers effectively. Unlike many competitors, Voodoo emphasizes user privacy by allowing users to manage consent settings and ensuring no personal data is collected from children under 16. The company's goal is to create engaging mobile experiences while maintaining a strong commitment to user privacy and providing valuable advertising opportunities for brands.

Paris, FranceHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$480.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Consumer Software, GamingIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Risks

BeReal acquisition may not yield expected returns if popularity doesn't rebound.

Questopia's launch in China could face regulatory challenges.

Wizz app's 'Teen Tinder' reputation may attract scrutiny from parents and regulators.

Differentiation

Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide, following Google and Meta.

The company specializes in hyper-casual games, attracting a broad audience globally.

Voodoo offers advertising solutions, enhancing brand engagement with mobile gamers.

Upsides

Acquisition of BeReal diversifies Voodoo's portfolio beyond gaming.

Partnership with AppHarbr improves ad quality, increasing user engagement and revenue.

Successful launch of Questopia in China expands Voodoo's market presence.

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