Backend Engineer (FastAPI) at almedia | Berlin

Join almedia as a Backend Engineer specializing in FastAPI. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust backend services that power our innovative digital solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable applications that enhance user experiences.

Join Almedia, a forward-thinking company that accelerates career growth for those eager to push the boundaries. As Germany's aspiring second bootstrapped unicorn and Europe’s #3 fastest-growing company according to the FT1000 in 2025, we are revolutionizing marketing by rewarding our community of over 60 million users for engaging with top brands.We are on the lookout for a talented Backend Engineer to enhance our AdTech platform. If you have a passion for developing scalable and high-performance web applications and thrive in a collaborative team environment, we want to hear from you!Tech Stack:TypeScript, NestJS, Jest.GraphQL, REST, gRPC, WebSockets.MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, BigQuery.RabbitMQ, Google Pub/Sub.Docker, Kubernetes, GitLab CI/CD.Datadog.What You’ll Do Write clean, efficient, and scalable code utilizing NestJS and TypeScript.Create a data-driven product by integrating external services for A/B testing and feature flagging.Deliver high-quality, testable code swiftly, ensuring smooth operations.What You’ll Bring Proven experience in web development.Solid understanding of scalable systems.Experience with most of our tech stack in a production environment.An ownership mindset: taking full responsibility for your work.Strong English communication skills for effective teamwork.What Makes You a Great Fit Experience with microservices architecture.Background in DevOps/SRE practices.Why Choose Almedia? Dynamic work environment.Fast career advancement opportunities.Innovative projects with real impact.

Join Almedia, where ambition meets innovation. We are not just another company; we aim to become Germany’s next bootstrapped unicorn and are already recognized as Europe’s #3 fastest-growing company (FT1000, 2025). At Almedia, we’re revolutionizing marketing by empowering a community of over 70 million users who earn rewards for engaging with top brands. This is your chance to contribute to a groundbreaking approach to user acquisition for global enterprises.MLOps EngineerAs an MLOps Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, scaling, and optimizing backend systems that enable our payout automation and growth initiatives. Your expertise will help transform intricate business logic into dependable, scalable data-driven systems.This hands-on position involves active engagement in architecture, automation, and the delivery of high-performance Python systems.Key ChallengesDeveloping automated systems for payout structure generation and transformation.Creating dynamic, personalized payout algorithms based on user behavior.Building continuous split-testing infrastructure to enhance payout experimentation.Scaling high-performance Python systems integrated with real-time data and machine learning pipelines.Your ResponsibilitiesOversee the complete delivery cycle: build, deploy, and optimize backend systems and services at scale.Establish technical direction and coding standards for Python development within ML and data projects.Align technical architecture with business objectives to minimize complexity and enhance efficiency.Collaborate with ML engineers and product teams to develop frameworks for experiment versioning and evaluation.Improve system reliability and performance to ensure robustness and scalability.

Join Almedia, a pioneering force in the marketing sector, where ambitious individuals can rapidly advance their careers. We are on a mission to become Germany's next bootstrapped unicorn, recognized as Europe’s #3 fastest-growing company in 2025 by the FT1000.At Almedia, we are revolutionizing marketing by rewarding our community of over 60 million users for their engagement with products from top-tier advertisers, creating a novel approach to user acquisition.We are seeking a seasoned Frontend Engineer who will take charge of our frontend architecture, uphold high standards of code quality, and play a pivotal role in shaping product direction through hands-on development and strategic partnerships.

Join Almedia, a pioneering force in reshaping the marketing landscape. We are on a mission to become Germany’s second bootstrapped unicorn, already recognized as Europe’s third fastest-growing company in 2025 (FT1000).At Almedia, we empower our community of over 60 million users by rewarding them for engaging with our advertisers’ products. Our innovative approach is transforming user acquisition strategies for some of the largest companies worldwide.Data EngineerAs a Data Engineer at Almedia, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, scaling, and maintaining the code that drives our production environment. Enjoy the freedom to innovate as you develop the next generation of our data and backend platforms—building robust APIs, pipelines, and leveraging both self-managed and cloud infrastructure to deliver reliable, high-impact systems.A strong technical mindset and a passion for continual improvement are essential.

Are you ready to reshape the marketing landscape? At Almedia, we provide an extraordinary opportunity for those looking to accelerate their careers in a groundbreaking environment. As we set our sights on becoming Germany's next bootstrapped unicorn, we have already achieved recognition as Europe’s #3 fastest-growing company in 2025 (FT1000).Join us in our mission to redefine marketing by rewarding a vibrant community of over 60 million users for their engagement with leading advertisers. We are pioneering a novel approach to user acquisition for some of the world’s largest brands.We are seeking a passionate Founding Engineer to partner with our leadership team on transformative, zero-to-one projects. If you thrive on taking ownership, moving swiftly, and building impactful products from scratch, we want to connect with you.

Join Almedia, a rapidly growing company poised to become Germany's next unicorn. As Europe's third fastest-growing business in 2025 (FT1000), we are redefining the marketing landscape by rewarding our community of over 60 million users for their engagement with premier brands.We are seeking a dynamic Accountant to manage comprehensive in-house accounting for our German operations. You will oversee the bookkeeping and VAT compliance using DATEV, ensuring timely and accurate financial closes and maintaining meticulous ledgers. Your role will involve a swift transition from external providers, enhancement of financial tools and workflows, and addressing root causes to facilitate dependable group reporting while mentoring junior team members.Key Responsibilities Manage full bookkeeping for the German entity through DATEV Rechnungswesen, including accounts receivable/payable, bank reconciliations, and compliance with HGB and VAT regulations.Transition accounting data from external bookkeepers into a structured DATEV system; establish standard operating procedures, access controls, and limit external partnerships to advisory roles.Oversee intercompany billing, conduct monthly reconciliations, enforce uniformity in the chart of accounts, and provide validated schedules for group reporting and annual statements.Integrate Yokoy and other systems with DATEV, validate tax mappings, design streamlined procure-to-pay and expense workflows, and eliminate repetitive entry errors through targeted automation.Collaborate closely with Finance and HR: post and reconcile payroll entries, provide timely reconciled data, identify risks to maintain accurate closures and audits, and guide junior colleagues.Qualifications Demonstrated experience in managing bookkeeping for a German entity within DATEV Rechnungswesen, including accounts receivable/payable and bank reconciliations.Familiarity with HGB and VAT regulations, and proven ability to handle accruals and deferrals accurately.Strong analytical skills and experience in financial systems integration.Effective communication and mentoring skills.

Join Almedia, a dynamic and innovative company where ambition meets opportunity. As we strive to become Germany’s next bootstrapped unicorn, we are proud to be recognized as Europe’s third fastest-growing company in 2025 according to the FT1000.At Almedia, we are revolutionizing the marketing landscape by enabling our vast community of over 60 million users to earn rewards for interacting with our advertisers' products, providing a unique approach to user acquisition for major global brands.Machine Learning EngineerIn this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and scaling of production-grade machine learning solutions that drive the innovation of Almedia’s offerings and support our growth trajectory.This is a hands-on position where you will actively engage in coding, development, and deployment of solutions.Key Challenges You Will Tackle:Creating and optimizing user reward systems tailored to player behavior and market trends.Spearheading the development of personalized, real-time reward mechanisms.Identifying and addressing underperforming reward initiatives and their underlying issues.Your Responsibilities Include:Overseeing the complete delivery lifecycle: develop, deploy, and optimize scalable solutions and services.Providing technical guidance on ML projects, upholding best practices and ensuring high coding standards.Aligning technical capabilities with business goals to capitalize on high-value opportunities.Utilizing advanced statistical and causal inference techniques to secure robustness and reliability in solutions.Collaborating with product and engineering teams to convert business challenges into predictive, data-driven solutions.Qualifications Required:Demonstrated expertise in building, deploying, and maintaining production-level solutions and services, preferably in adtech or high-scale environments.Solid understanding of statistical analysis (A/B testing, regression, probability).Proficient in programming with Python and SQL, with practical experience in cloud technologies.Proven ability to mentor and guide ML engineers and cross-functional colleagues.Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Join Almedia, a pioneering company on a mission to revolutionize marketing by rewarding a community of over 60 million users for their engagement with global brands. Here, you can accelerate your career in an exciting environment aiming to become Germany's next bootstrapped unicorn, recognized as Europe's #3 fastest-growing company in 2025 (FT1000).We are seeking a passionate and skilled Site Reliability Engineer / DevOps to help us maintain the performance and reliability of our high-traffic platform.

Join Almedia, a pioneering company on a mission to redefine marketing in the digital age. With aspirations to become Germany's next bootstrapped unicorn, we are already recognized as Europe's #3 fastest-growing company by the FT1000 in 2025.At Almedia, we empower our community of over 60 million users by rewarding them for engaging with our partners' products, creating an innovative user acquisition strategy for some of the world's largest brands.About the RoleAs an AI Full Stack Engineer, you will develop and enhance internal tools and applications, seamlessly integrating AI functionalities into our existing systems. You will work across the technology stack, connecting to AI APIs, while collaborating with various business teams to optimize their workflows.Your ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain full stack applications, covering front end, back end, and databases.Create and support back-end services utilizing Node.js.Integrate and manage AI APIs within new and existing systems.Leverage prompting techniques and cutting-edge AI tools to craft impactful AI-driven features.Navigate through multiple systems and data sources to consolidate fragmented information.Collaborate with teams across marketing, user acquisition, and operations to:Gain insights into their tools and workflows.Identify opportunities for AI to enhance their processes.Translate business needs into technical solutions and iterate on them.Essential QualificationsProven experience with Node.js in a production environment.Demonstrated ability to integrate and utilize AI APIs.Strong programming skills with a solid foundation in engineering principles.Comprehensive full stack knowledge: front end, back end, and databases.Proficient prompting techniques and adept at employing current AI tools.Exceptional communication skills, particularly with non-technical stakeholders.A curious mindset with a strong willingness to learn, especially about AI technologies.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with TypeScript.

At Almedia, we are redefining the landscape of marketing and user engagement. As one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies, we are on a mission to become Germany’s second bootstrapped unicorn. Our innovative platform rewards a community of over 60 million users for interacting with our advertisers’ products, creating a unique ecosystem for user acquisition.We are seeking talented Data Scientists to join our dynamic team in Berlin, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing our product and data capabilities.In this high-impact position, you will leverage your expertise in hands-on modeling and cross-functional leadership to enable us to better understand user behaviors, optimize incentive structures, and lay the groundwork for scalable, data-driven decision-making.

Almedia is building a new kind of work experience in Berlin. Our team is driven by ambition and a focus on results. We aim to become Germany’s next bootstrapped unicorn and have already been named Europe’s #3 fastest-growing company in 2025 by the FT1000. Our platform rewards a community of over 70 million users for engaging with advertiser products, offering a new approach to user acquisition for some of the world’s largest brands. Role Overview The Employer Branding Partner will own Almedia’s employer brand strategy in Germany. This role combines autonomy with strategic impact, focusing on partnerships with universities, events, and communities. The goal: strengthen our brand presence and raise hiring standards while improving the candidate experience. Main Responsibilities Shape and execute the Germany strategy: Design and launch a scalable university partnership and ambassador program. Lead both on-campus and digital initiatives that can serve as models for the wider team. Run multi-channel campaigns: Plan and deliver integrated campaigns to boost unaided awareness among German students. Use rapid testing and iteration to turn interest into qualified applications. Highlight our culture: Build and evolve a culture-focused program that showcases our high-performing teams and the benefits of our in-office, full-time work model. Oversee the events portfolio: Source, negotiate, and manage a diverse calendar of meetups, conferences, and partner events. After each event, analyze results to guide future budget decisions and focus on hiring outcomes. Set up data-driven measurement: Develop a cross-functional framework and live dashboard to connect employer brand activities with pipeline quality, onsite performance, and offer acceptance rates.

At Almedia, we redefine traditional career paths. We are on a mission to become Germany's next bootstrapped unicorn and are already recognized as Europe's #3 fastest-growing company in 2025 according to the FT1000.Join us in revolutionizing the marketing landscape by engaging our community of over 60 million users and connecting them with leading global brands.As a member of the Almedia team, you will:Take on substantial responsibility quickly — we empower our team members to lead from day one.Thrive in a high-intensity environment — this is not a conventional 9-to-5 job. We value drive and commitment.Collaborate with driven individuals — work alongside a team that embraces speed, ambition, and ownership.Be engaged and present — our team is in the office five days a week, fostering a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere.Your RoleYou will be responsible for overseeing all organic social media channels for FreeCash. This includes everything from conceptualizing and creating content to publishing, testing, and iterating strategies. You will spearhead initiatives in:User Acquisition: Craft compelling content that attracts and converts new users.User Activation: Foster engagement and promote active usage among existing users.User Retention: Develop captivating narratives that keep our community engaged.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee and manage FreeCash’s entire social media presence.Create, design, and publish engaging social content on a daily basis.Launch and execute comprehensive organic marketing campaigns.Analyze content performance data continuously to refine strategies.Uphold high creative standards in terms of tone, visuals, and pacing.Drive revenue growth, increase sign-ups, and boost in-app purchases via organic channels.Expand reach, follower count, and engagement on platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, Reddit, TikTok.Cultivate and maintain a loyal community around FreeCash.Proactively manage and mitigate any negative brand sentiment.

At Almedia, we’re not just offering a job; we’re providing an opportunity to accelerate your career in an environment that fosters innovation and growth. As we aim to establish ourselves as Germany’s next bootstrapped unicorn, we are proud to be recognized as Europe’s #3 fastest-growing company in 2025 according to the FT1000.We are revolutionizing the marketing landscape by incentivizing our community of over 60 million users to engage with the products of leading advertisers, paving the way for a new user acquisition strategy for some of the world’s largest companies.This is a challenging yet rewarding role for a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner who is ready to lay the groundwork for our future unicorn status. As the pioneer for this project, you will have full ownership over developing our junior talent engine and establishing our employer brand from the ground up.This position is designed for an exceptional individual contributor who thrives in a dynamic environment and is not intimidated by starting with a blank slate. If you strive for excellence, push limits, and are eager to represent Almedia to a new generation of talent, we want to hear from you!

Join almedia as an Analytics Engineer and become a vital part of our innovative team in Berlin. We are seeking a passionate individual who thrives on data-driven insights and is eager to leverage analytics to enhance our business strategies. In this role, you will analyze data from various sources, develop reports, and provide actionable insights to drive business performance.

Join Almedia, a cutting-edge company reshaping the marketing landscape and striving to become Germany's next bootstrapped unicorn. Recognized as Europe's third fastest-growing company in 2025 (FT1000), we provide an exceptional environment for ambitious professionals to accelerate their careers.Our innovative platform rewards a vibrant community of over 60 million users for their engagement with top-tier products from global advertisers, presenting a unique opportunity to redefine user acquisition strategies.We are seeking a Creative Data Scientist, specializing in marketing creatives and user acquisition, to leverage data science, advanced statistical techniques, and A/B testing methodologies. Your contributions will directly influence our paid growth performance through deep analysis and optimization of ad creatives.This role is hands-on, grounded in real-time experimentation and measurable outcomes.

Join Almedia, where ambition meets opportunity! We are not your typical workplace; we are on a mission to become Germany’s next bootstrapped unicorn, currently recognized as Europe’s #3 fastest-growing company in 2025 (FT1000).At Almedia, we revolutionize marketing by empowering our community of over 60 million users to engage with leading global advertisers, providing an innovative approach to user acquisition.

Join us at Almedia, where innovation meets ambition! As a rapidly growing company looking to become Germany’s second bootstrapped unicorn, we offer an exhilarating career path that allows you to push boundaries and accelerate your professional growth.At Almedia, we are transforming the marketing landscape by empowering our community of over 60 million users to engage with top-tier brands. Help us shape the future of user acquisition for some of the biggest companies globally.Your Role as a QA Engineer:As a key member of our dedicated product team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality of our software. Your curiosity and attention to detail will help us deliver exceptional products to our users.

About the Role airapps is looking for a Backend Engineer to help shape backend systems for our applications. This position is based in the Berlin Metropolitan Area. What You Will Do Design and build backend systems that support our products Focus on scalability and performance throughout development Location Berlin Metropolitan Area

Please note that this position is based in Berlin, Germany — relocation support is provided if required.THE BEST WORK OF YOUR CAREERTrade Republic is Europe’s leading savings platform, operating in 18 countries and trusted by over 10 million customers with more than €150 billion in assets. Our mission is to empower everyone to build wealth by providing easy, safe, and free access to financial systems.Join us and take your career to new heights while working alongside a team of exceptional talent and cutting-edge technology to create a positive impact for millions.WHAT YOU’LL BE DOINGDevelop and test services and products using advanced tools from the JVM ecosystem, including Kotlin, Spring, Vert.x, Hibernate, or jOOQ.Design cloud services with a focus on high availability, low latency, and scalability on AWS.Implement automated software delivery utilizing GitHub Actions, container-based CI/CD pipelines, and Kubernetes orchestration.WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FORA minimum of 5 years of experience in software engineering, particularly within the JVM ecosystem.Proven experience in developing and deploying scalable features in a service-oriented architecture.A strong commitment to delivering reliable, maintainable software through iterative development and continuous delivery.Experience building platform services that support product development (prior experience in platform-focused teams is an advantage).WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY NOWOur culture values ownership, excellence, and high energy. We are dedicated to closing the pension gap and democratizing wealth in Europe. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply!We believe that the diverse identities and backgrounds of our team make us more innovative and effective. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and has equal opportunities to thrive in their careers. For any inquiries about diversity and inclusion during the interview process, please contact your recruitment partner.