# Backend Engineer

[Clera](https://gurify.com/jobs?q=Clera) · Berlin · Posted yesterday

[Backend](https://gurify.com/jobs/backend)

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## Job description

### ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a backend engineering role on the core infrastructure team of an early-stage energy tech company building the foundational layer for next-generation dynamic electricity plans. You'll work on a modular billing engine, low-level energy-market communication protocols, and a full accounting ledger — systems that need to be both highly reliable and infinitely scalable.

### WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Design systems that tame complexity at the architectural level, not just the code level.

- Scale core infrastructure to handle dynamic billing, energy trading integrations, and real-time data flows.

- Take decisive action in ambiguous situations, shipping thoughtful solutions without waiting for perfect information.

- Continuously raise the quality bar across the codebase, technical processes, and team practices.

### WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- 3–10+ years of backend development experience with TypeScript (Node.js) and a strong grasp of asynchronous programming.

- Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and an ORM (e.g. Drizzle) for data access patterns.

- Familiarity with Next.js for backend services — API routes or server components.

- Working knowledge of distributed systems concepts and how to design scalable, maintainable services.

- Experience integrating Stripe payments and building billing flows end-to-end.

- Strong CS fundamentals — formal degree or equivalent practical experience.

- Clear written and verbal communication, an ownership mindset, and comfort operating in a fast-paced, early-stage environment.

### COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

- Salary: €80,000 – €120,000 per year

- Visa sponsorship: Available

### LOCATION

On-site in Berlin, Germany. This role requires regular in-person presence at the Berlin office.

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