Software Engineer

About Wolt

At Wolt, we create technology that brings joy, simplicity and earnings to the neighborhoods of the world. In 2014 we started with delivery of restaurant food. Now we're building the delivery of (almost) everything and you'll find us in over 500 cities in 30 countries around the world. In 2022 we joined forces with DoorDash and together we keep on dreaming big and expanding across the globe.

Working at Wolt isn't always easy, but it's definitely exciting. Here you'll learn more, build more, and ship more than in most other companies. You'll be challenged a lot, but also have a lot of fun on the way. So, if you're a self-starter with drive and entrepreneurial spirit, this could be the ride of your life.

Join a Groundbreaking Initiative Shaping the Future of Merchant Operations

Be part of a forward-thinking project that will redefine how merchants operate across both physical and virtual environments. As a mid-level Golang developer, you'll play an important role in shaping the backend architecture, building scalable and high-performance systems, and delivering innovative features for a new product that will significantly impact how businesses operate. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, balancing new development with integrating existing systems.

This role offers the chance to work autonomously while collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and build the backend components that support our product's features. You'll have the opportunity to grow as a developer, contribute to key technical decisions, and ensure high-quality solutions are delivered.

You should be ready to take on new challenges, adapt to a fast-evolving environment, and focus on building high-performance, reliable systems that meet the needs of our users.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and develop key backend components using Golang, ensuring scalability, high performance, and security.
• Collaborate with product, design, and frontend teams to define and implement features and user experiences.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code while adhering to best practices and quality standards.
• Contribute to the selection and evolution of the technology stack, offering insights and recommendations based on your experience.
• Handle ambiguity and adapt quickly to evolving requirements and system changes.
• Continuously improve the product by incorporating user feedback and iterating on features.
• Collaborate in establishing team-wide development best practices and standards.
• Support junior developers by offering mentorship, guidance, and code reviews, contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture.

This role can be based in one of our tech hubs in Helsinki, Stockholm or Tallinn.

Our humble expectations:

• Solid experience in backend development using Golang, including the design and implementation of scalable systems.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture, APIs, and related backend technologies.
• Proficiency in handling databases, whether SQL or NoSQL, and ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice-to-haves:

• Exposure to other programming languages or frameworks (e.g., Kotlin, Python).
• Familiarity with frontend, mobile technologies or mobile app backend services.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for team meetups and collaboration.
• Previous experience in start-up environments or working on early-stage products, demonstrating adaptability and entrepreneurial mindset.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That's why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

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