Senior Backend Engineer at Airalo

Europe

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Travel Tech, TelecomIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of backend development experience in PHP
2+ years working with Laravel to build enterprise-level applications—or equivalent experience with Symfony and a strong motivation to learn Laravel
Expertise in distributed systems, scalable services, and RESTful APIs
Familiarity with event-driven architecture and messaging systems (e.g., queues, pub/sub)
Strong SQL/NoSQL knowledge and caching strategies
Proficiency in OOP, SOLID principles, and design patterns
Experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, SQS, Aurora, DynamoDB)
Experience with monitoring tools like Datadog and Prometheus
Hands-on containerization skills with Docker
Fluent English communication skills
Reside in countries with CET timezone or similar, and already have permit to work in the country where based

Responsibilities

Design and maintain large-scale, high-performance systems
Develop and refine services to improve scalability and efficiency
Create RESTful APIs that power our front-end and third-party integrations
Collaborate on our migration to a service-oriented architecture (SOA)
Write clean, maintainable, and testable code using industry best practices
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical challenges
Actively contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle

Skills

Backend Engineering

Laravel

Symfony

Scalable Systems

Distributed Systems

Airalo

Marketplace for purchasing eSIMs globally

About Airalo

Airalo offers eSIM solutions that allow users to activate cellular plans digitally without needing a physical SIM card. Their main service is a marketplace where travelers can buy eSIMs for over 190 countries at local rates, helping them avoid high international roaming costs. The eSIMs can be purchased and managed through the Airalo app or website, providing convenience for international travelers, digital nomads, and business professionals. Airalo partners with local telecom providers to offer these data plans, generating revenue from the sale of eSIMs and benefiting from repeat customers who need data for different destinations. The company's goal is to provide a cost-effective and convenient solution for global connectivity, making it easier for travelers to stay connected while abroad.

Singapore, SingaporeHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$69.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Consumer Software, FintechIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

New competitors like Firsty threaten Airalo's market share with unique pricing models.

Reliance on telecom partnerships risks service disruption if terms change.

Commoditization of eSIM services could reduce Airalo's market differentiation.

Differentiation

Airalo offers eSIMs for 190+ countries, providing extensive global coverage.

Airalo's partnerships with local telecoms ensure competitive local rates for travelers.

The Airalo app simplifies eSIM management, enhancing user convenience and experience.

Upsides

Growing eSIM adoption globally boosts Airalo's market potential and user base.

Airalo's B2B platform opens new revenue streams with travel agencies and businesses.

Partnerships with brands like ONYX increase Airalo's visibility and user acquisition.

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