Senior Backend Engineer at Air Company

Vilnius, Vilnius County, Lithuania

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of professional Java development with strong expertise in Java 8+ features
Spring Boot expertise for building production-ready microservices and REST APIs
AWS cloud services experience including ECS, EC2 and core AWS infrastructure
DynamoDB hands-on experience with NoSQL database design, querying, and optimization
Microservices implementation experience
Experience with RESTful API design and implementation
Git version control with experience in collaborative development workflows
JUnit testing including unit testing and integration testing
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
Proactive problem-solver with a structured, analytical mindset; energetic, collaborative, and open to feedback; natural curiosity to keep learning
Advantages
Microservices architecture design
Experience with Docker containerization and deployment
Linux/Unix systems proficiency including command line and shell scripting
Understanding of software design patterns and clean code principles
Performance optimization and debugging skills

Responsibilities

Design, build, and continuously improve the backend powering the self-service portal
Shape the roadmap – define, prioritize, and refine backend vision, balancing scalability, cost, and reliability
Design cloud-native microservices – architect secure, high-performance services on AWS that scale gracefully
Champion clean code – write, review, and test code to keep codebase healthy and releases smooth
Build with confidence – embed security checks, logging, and monitoring from day one to catch issues early
Collaborate across teams – align with architects, DevOps, and external partners on deliverables and standards
Step into Tech Lead – grow into the go-to expert for backend strategy, taking on broader architectural and mentoring responsibilities

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

AWS

ECS

EC2

DynamoDB

Microservices

RESTful API

Git

JUnit

Docker

Air Company

Transforms CO2 into renewable resources

About Air Company

AIR Company focuses on tackling climate change by converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into renewable resources through its AIRMADE System. This system captures CO2 from the atmosphere and transforms it into useful products, effectively turning a harmful greenhouse gas into a valuable asset. Unlike many competitors, AIR Company specifically targets industries such as aviation, manufacturing, and energy, which are known for high pollution levels, providing them with a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. The company's goal is to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources and promote sustainable practices across various sectors.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$104.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Energy, Social ImpactIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Paid Time Off

Paid Family Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance

Employee Wellness Program

Risks

Increased competition from companies like LanzaTech and Neste in the SAF market.

Potential regulatory challenges as governments develop carbon capture technology standards.

Dependence on airline partnerships, which may not yield expected results.

Differentiation

Air Company uses patented technology to convert CO2 into carbon-negative products.

Their AIRMADE System offers a unique solution to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

The company has won numerous awards, highlighting its innovative approach to carbon utilization.

Upsides

Recent $69M funding round boosts financial resources for scaling operations and R&D.

Partnership with Air Canada enhances opportunities in sustainable aviation fuel development.

Growing interest in SAF aligns with Air Company's focus on CO2-derived fuels.

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