Software Engineer - Backend

Who We Are 🌍

• We are a pioneering software company focused on reshaping how businesses interact with data. Our vision is to create an ecosystem where data not only informs but predicts, revolutionising decision-making processes across industries. Built by former employees of WhatsApp and Facebook, we aim to redefine digital advertising by integrating messaging with AI-driven insights.

Who You Are 🌟

• You’re a skilled backend engineer who loves building scalable, robust systems that power innovative platforms. You thrive in environments where your work drives product success, working alongside a team that values creativity, speed, and precision. You’re eager to tackle complex challenges in adtech and help us push the boundaries of backend development. Are you ready to build systems that turn data into actionable insights for advertising?

What You’ll Do 🚀

• Build and maintain high-performance backend services using Golang to support our messaging and advertising platform.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs to enable seamless integration with AI models and external systems.
• Manage and optimize PostgreSQL databases, ensuring data integrity, security, and performance with efficient schemas and queries.
• Handle real-time data ingestion and processing with Apache Kafka to support dynamic audience segmentation.
• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code that follows best practices and scales with our team.
• Implement security protocols to protect data and ensure user privacy, focusing on compliance with industry standards.
• Lead or contribute to code reviews, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Troubleshoot and optimize backend systems to ensure high availability and performance on AWS.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers to integrate backend solutions with models that enhance advertising insights.

What You’ll Bring 💥

• 4+ years of backend development experience in a product-focused environment.
• Strong expertise in Golang for building scalable, high-performance backend services.
• Proficiency in PostgreSQL, with a knack for optimizing complex queries and database performance.
• Experience with Apache Kafka or similar data streaming/queue systems for real-time data processing.
• Proven skills in designing, deploying, and maintaining RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with modern authentication methods (e.g., OAuth, JWT) and data security practices.
• Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, ideally AWS, and experience with deployment automation (e.g., CI/CD, Git).
• Practical experience with Meta’s APIs (e.g., WhatsApp) for advertising integrations.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills to work effectively across teams.
• Bonus Skills (Nice-to-Have):
  • Experience with Rust for high-performance backend systems.
  • Familiarity with distributed systems or advanced data streaming technologies.

Our Benefits 🤗

• Competitive Compensation: Transparency is key at Message Polly. We provide a competitive salary package designed to reflect your impact, ensuring financial reasons won't be why you leave.
• Employee Stock Options (ESOP): Have skin in the game and get a stake in our success. As we grow, so does your share in the company.
• Home Office Setup: We believe in equipping you for success. From laptops and screens to ergonomic chairs and lighting, we cover the essentials for a top-tier home office.
• Annual Offsite: Once a year, we gather for an unforgettable retreat. Expect team-building, relaxation, and a few cocktails under the sun.
• Co-working Space Access: Sometimes, a change of scenery is all you need. We provide access to co-working spaces for those days when you want to mix things up.