Join GoodData, a pioneering cloud analytics firm, dedicated to transforming data into actionable insights for businesses. Our dynamic backend team is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer passionate about writing clean code, designing intelligent architectures, and managing large-scale data processing.Your ResponsibilitiesDeveloping a high-performance, distributed query engine leveraging Kotlin and Apache Calcite.Creating and refining an internal query language (MAQL) that converts to SQL.Building and sustaining distributed microservices.Addressing intricate data challenges, including data fetching, processing, and transfer, using contemporary tools such as Arrow, DuckDB, Pandas, and Polars.Designing robust APIs, implementing test-driven development practices, and guiding product direction in collaboration with your team.Working closely with Product Management, Quality Assurance, and Architects within a product-centric engineering environment.Our Technology StackOur technology stack primarily includes Kotlin, alongside Python, Apache Calcite, Arrow, DuckDB, Polars, SQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, and Git.What We ValueA strong foundation in coding and problem-solving.Proficiency with SQL, distributed systems, and relational models.Experience with Kotlin or Java programming languages.An inquisitive, self-reliant mindset with a commitment to clean, testable design.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of Apache Calcite, Arrow, Python, Kubernetes, gRPC, and protocol buffers, as well as interest in frontend technologies (TypeScript/JavaScript) and experience in Business Intelligence or Big Data would be advantageous.This position is based in Brno, Prague, or a hybrid setup, offering flexibility, a collaborative team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.About GoodDataAt GoodData, we are shaping the future of agentic AI for data intelligence. Our comprehensive data intelligence platform empowers organizations to transform raw data into significant business outcomes — from agentic AI applications to seamless, scalable embedded analytics. With GoodData, businesses do more than analyze data; they capitalize on it.Our mission is to embed intelligence wherever decisions are made, which is why we have created a platform that is AI-native, composable, and tailored for the modern enterprise landscape.
Feb 2, 2026