You're not just coding APIs - you're unlocking achievements in a high-paced, ever-changing arena. Be part of a small but mighty squad (currently 3 devs → soon 2). Knowledge-sharing culture & frequent code reviews = constant XP boost. Ownership of your code : monitoring, greenkeeping, improving. Hybrid playstyle : work remote, but meet IRL in Berlin HQ at least once a week. Work on complex systems where your input actually changes the meta. Activities Develop and maintain microservices that connect worlds (internal & external systems). Command side quests (and sometimes the main questline) when the Tech Lead is away from keyboard. Shape the team's strategy with your strong opinions and battle-tested experience. Master the arts of authentication & authorization (OAuth, Auth0 integrations, specs reading = your spellbook). Design & optimize SQL databases like a level 99 architect (bonus points for PostgreSQL mastery). Requirements Must-have Powers: 5 years XP as Backend/ API Developer in Node.js TypeScript. Legendary SQL & DB design skills (PostgreSQL = epic weapon). ORM wisdom (knowing both the buffs and nerfs). Strong in automated testing (jest/mocha, coverage quests). Docker, Git, JavaScript, SQL - all mastered. Bonus Perks (Nice-to-have Items): AWS, Grafana, Prometheus, Graylog. Academic background (Computer Science, Software Engineering). Leadership XP (professional, not disciplinary). Team Welcome to our API squad! We're just your friendly bunch of code wizards, crafting microservices, slaying SQL dragons, and keeping our systems safe from chaos. Join the party and help us level up! Your benefits Cutting-edge gear - Mac, Linux, your weapon of choice. Flex mode - hybrid work, flexible hours, and even Smart Fridays" (4-day week opportunity). Level-up opportunities - trainings, hackathons, conferences & coaching. Perks & power-ups - JobRad, Deutschland-Ticket, Urban Sports Club, RTL Premium & more. Epic guild life - team events, knowledge sharing, and plenty of XP along the way. Join our party! Send us your application and let's level up together. Application Process Phone call with Sarah (Senior Recruiter @smartclip) Video call via Google Meet with your future manager and another team member Face-to-face meeting in Berlin, including a case study or coding challenge (pair programming) Prompt feedback from Sarah About the Company smartclip is the adtech development unit of RTL Group - Europe's leading free-to-air broadcaster group. Our proprietary advertising technology is custom-built for the needs of European broadcasters and publishers - enabling media owners to implement smarter monetisation strategies. We are committed to delivering the most innovative ad experiences spanning in-stream, out-stream, addressable TV, connected TV, audio, and gaming - ultimately empowering brands with true cross-screen storytelling opportunities on all devices. Headquartered in Hamburg, smartclip has offices in Berlin, Munich, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Gütersloh, Amsterdam, and Paris. For more information: Please visit www.smartclip.tv and follow us on LinkedIn. Does this sound interesting to you? Then we should get to know each other! Please send us your application including CV, earliest possible start date, and salary expectations via the online form. We look forward to hearing from you! For more information on smartclip: www.smartclip.tv