Backend engineer (Dutch residents only)
Are you a backend developer with a passion for infrastructure, who enjoys building scalable systems, solving complex problems, and keeping platforms secure and observable? At F2F.com, we are looking for a hands-on and versatile engineer who thrives at the intersection of backend development and cloud infrastructure.
About F2F.com:
F2F.com is a fast-growing tech scale-up, thriving for three years and redefining how creators and fans connect. More than just a platform, it’s a premium and dynamic community where creativity, authenticity, and safety take center stage. The mission is to empower creators to express themselves freely and create a space where both creators and fans feel at home.
About the role:
As a Backend & Infrastructure Engineer at F2F.com, you’ll play a vital role in developing new backend features while also taking ownership of the infrastructure that supports our platform. You will work closely with other developers, product owners, and stakeholders to build secure, scalable, and high-performing systems. Our backend runs on Django, and we’re moving towards a Kubernetes-based setup for maximum scalability and resilience.
Your responsibilities include:
- Developing and maintaining backend services using Django
- Designing and implementing scalable REST APIs
- Ensuring security, performance, and reliability of the platform
- Managing our AWS partner
- Monitoring and troubleshooting issues using Prometheus, Grafana, and OpenSearch
- Supporting the team with infrastructure needs for new features and deployments
- Implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform and Ansible
- Handling high traffic volumes, up to 50k backend requests per minute
Job Requirements:
- Experience with Python and Django
- Proven ability to develop and maintain REST APIs
- Solid experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, DynamoDB, Lambda, CloudFront, and Aurora
- Familiarity with Linux systems (we use Debian 12)
- Experience with monitoring tools (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana) and log analysis (e.g. OpenSearch)
- Hands-on knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Packer, etc.)
- A mindset focused on maintainability, scalability, and robustness
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
Bonus Points for:
- Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration
- PostgreSQL experience
- Enthusiasm for automation, security, and observability
- Willingness to continuously learn and share knowledge with the team
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and excellent secondary benefits
- 24 vacation days
- Fully paid pension plan
- Free lunch at the office
- NS Business Card
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work options
- Personal development budget of €1,000 per year
- Gym subscription via ClassPass or a sports venue of your choice
- Lease-a-bike scheme
- Salary between € 4000 - € 5000
Does this sound like your next challenge?
Apply now and help us shape the future of F2F.com!
HR@F2F.com