Senior Backend Engineer at Tonsser

Copenhagen, Denmark

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€62,000 – €72,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

SportsIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience working as a Backend Engineer
Built and architected well-crafted and scalable APIs using Ruby on Rails or a similar web framework
Comfortable with REST, JSON and at least a curiosity into GraphQL
Experience working with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL
Detail-oriented, focusing on writing high quality maintainable code
Writing unit and integration tests to ensure that your code is rock solid is a natural part of your workflow
Is a team player who strives to improve not only themselves, but everyone around them
Values developer productivity by automating as many things possible in your daily workflow
Knowledge around running resilient and scalable distributed services
Be fluent in English

Responsibilities

Development and maintenance of expansive Ruby on Rails API used across iOS, Android, React, and Admin platforms
Embracing monolithic architecture, enhancing it for simplicity and expandability
Involved in all phases of product development, from brainstorming to deployment and refinement

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Ruby on RailsHerokuAWSPostgreSQLAPI

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior Backend Engineer position?

The salary range is €62,000 - €72,000 a year.

Is this a remote position or is there a required location?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need at least 5 years as a Backend Engineer, experience building scalable APIs with Ruby on Rails, comfort with REST/JSON and relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL, and a focus on high-quality, tested code.

What is the company culture like at Tonsser?

Tonsser's engineering culture features a collaborative, inclusive, fun-loving team of passionate tech enthusiasts who encourage innovation, creativity, growth, and crafting high-quality software.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Backend Engineer role?

Strong candidates have 5+ years of backend experience, expertise in Ruby on Rails APIs, database skills, a commitment to high-quality tested code, and are team players who value developer productivity through automation.

Tonsser

App for youth football player development

About Tonsser

Tonsser operates in the sports technology sector, focusing on football (soccer) by providing a community-driven app for young players. The app helps aspiring footballers, from youth to semi-professional levels, improve their skills and gain visibility to scouts and professional clubs. Users can track their performance, receive feedback, and showcase their talents through features like match tracking, player statistics, and voting for "Player of the Match." Tonsser also facilitates trials, with many players securing professional contracts through the platform. The app is used in 10 countries by over 1 million players, indicating a strong market presence. Tonsser generates revenue through premium subscriptions, advertising, and partnerships with football clubs and brands, aiming to enhance player development and recognition in the football industry.

Copenhagen, DenmarkHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$10.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Consumer Software, Social ImpactIndustries

51-200Employees