Software Engineer / Fullstack (all genders)

At WorkGenius, we share a common goal: Powering the Future of Work. To realize our vision, we come together every day to create new concepts, question the status quo, and develop ourselves further. We take pride in having a diverse team of over 250 employees worldwide, with our headquarters now located in New York and additional offices in London, Paris, and our German headquarters in Hamburg.

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join our dynamic team, responsible for developing and maintaining our freelancing platform, which consists of several web applications. You can specialize in either backend or frontend development while maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the entire stack to make informed technical and product decisions. Key responsibilities include designing, coding, and optimizing features while ensuring performance and security standards are met. Ideally, you have a strong portfolio showcasing a full-stack application or a key feature that demonstrates your expertise and decision-making across the stack.

Join us as a Software Engineer – Fullstack (all genders) at our Hamburg location

Tasks

• In your role, you will design, develop, and implement new features or improve existing end-to-end solutions.
• You will ensure that backend systems are performant, secure, and reliable, using Python, FastAPI, Postgres, and RabbitMQ/Redis.
• You will also ensure that the frontend is highly responsive, intuitive, and visually appealing, using React, Tanstack Query, Zustand, Tailwind, and TypeScript.
• You will develop systems with real-time, event-driven, and asynchronous architecture.
• In collaboration with the product team, designers, and other developers, you will create innovative and cohesive solutions.
• You will regularly review and optimize code to ensure it meets performance, security, and scalability standards.
• You will handle troubleshooting, debugging, and updating existing software.
• You will document software functionalities and processes to ensure knowledge sharing within the team
  
  

Requirements

• A relevant degree, e.g., a Bachelor’s in (Business) Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Several years of practical experience in web development.
• Proficiency in the entire software development lifecycle, including various (agile) development methodologies, coding standards, code reviews, source control management, deployments, testing, and operations.
• Analytical thinking, creativity, and teamwork skills; you can guide and develop other developers through your independent, reliable, quality-oriented, and efficient work style.
• A strong sense of good UX/UI.
• Language skills: Excellent command of English is required.
  
  

Benefits

• Flexible working location – in our office in downtown Hamburg, from home, or on a workation.
• Independent responsibilities – we don't believe in micromanagement.
• Team spirit – actively shape the success of WorkGenius.
• A tax-free benefit that you can use in various ways, as well as a company pension plan.
• Enhanced health through additional company health insurance, with your annual budget for dental treatments, massages, or your new glasses.
• Regular team events – we can share some legendary stories.
• You get a day off on your birthday – so you can celebrate properly!
• Summer Fridays! Take half a Friday off once a month (June-Aug) to start your weekend early.
  
  

At WorkGenius, diversity and an inclusive working environment are of great importance. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their social or cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs.

Do you want to become part of the WorkGenius team? Then quickly click the “Apply Now” button and send us your resume. Your contact person is Marisa. We look forward to hearing from you!