Full Stack Software Engineer (Germany)

As a Full Stack Software Engineer at Terra Quantum, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using technologies such as Golang and Python. You will also be involved in optimizing APIs, deploying containerized applications, managing databases, and implementing CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and effective development processes.

To qualify for the Full Stack Software Engineer role at Terra Quantum, candidates should have at least 2 years of full-stack development experience. A strong proficiency in languages like Golang, Python, or TypeScript, alongside experience with cloud-native technology including Kubernetes and Docker, is essential. Familiarity with both SQL and NoSQL databases is also important for this position.

In the Full Stack Software Engineer role at Terra Quantum, candidates should be proficient in Golang or Python, as these are primarily used for backend development. Familiarity with TypeScript for frontend development is also beneficial, enabling robust API connections and reactive user interfaces.

Collaboration is key for a Full Stack Software Engineer at Terra Quantum. You will work closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and researchers to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions. This teamwork supports an agile development environment focused on brainstorming, planning, and iterative development to meet project goals effectively.

At Terra Quantum, Full Stack Software Engineers can expect numerous benefits including flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries, and a personal development plan aimed at career advancement. Additionally, you’ll be part of a breathtakingly innovative team, working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to groundbreaking advancements in quantum technology.

Highlight specific projects or tasks you've handled with Golang or Python, focusing on challenges faced and how you addressed them. Discuss your approach to backend architecture, system design, and API integration to demonstrate your technical proficiency.

Discuss your experience with techniques such as caching, load balancing, and using appropriate data formats. Describe how you measure API performance and how you implement improvements based on user feedback and data.

Share specific practices you've adopted, such as validating inputs, using encryption, and implementing OAuth or JWT for authentication. Emphasize your awareness of recent security vulnerabilities and how you address them.

Explain how you've used Docker in past projects to create isolated development environments. Discuss your understanding of Docker containers compared to virtual machines and how they benefit application deployment.

Discuss how you've implemented CI/CD pipelines in previous roles, including tools used (like Jenkins or GitLab CI) and their impact on code quality and deployment speed. Share the importance of automatic testing and deployment processes in your development workflow.

Share your systematic approach to identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks. Describe tools or metrics you utilize, and stress your method of collaborating with team members during troubleshooting.

Provide an example of a project where you worked with product managers or frontend engineers. Explain how you communicated effectively, shared goals, and resolved any conflicts while contributing towards a common objective.

Discuss the advantages of cloud-native applications such as scalability, resilience, and flexibility. Provide examples of how you've leveraged cloud platforms in your work and what benefits they brought to your projects.

Share the resources you use for continuous learning, such as online courses, tech blogs, and community meetups. Mention any specific technologies or frameworks you've learned recently and how they've affected your work.

Discuss both technical and soft skills, such as proficiency in relevant programming languages and frameworks, problem-solving abilities, and the importance of communication and teamwork. Emphasize the need for adaptability in a fast-evolving tech landscape.