(Senior) Backend-Focused Full Stack Engineer

Permanent employee, Full or part-time · Vienna (Hybrid), Kitzbühel (Hybrid)

58,000 - 75,000 € per year

Intro

Join our engineering team to architect and build enterprise-grade commerce platforms that power global businesses. You'll spend most of your time crafting scalable backend systems with Vendure and modern React applications, while dedicating part of your efforts to advancing our open-source commerce platform. We're seeking an engineer who thrives on technical challenges and wants to influence architectural decisions, not just write code.

Responsibilities

Architect robust solutions for high-traffic enterprise commerce platforms alongside a talented engineering team
Build across the entire TypeScript stack, from database queries to user interfaces
Craft maintainable, performant components with comprehensive test coverage and clear documentation
Shape the evolution of Vendure, our open-source headless commerce platform used by thousands of developers
Drive technical planning sessions and contribute to feature design and system architecture
Stay current with emerging technologies and share knowledge with the team

What we’re looking for

Essential Skills:

5+ years of experience working in a professional environment
Strong proficiency with Node.js backend frameworks such as NestJS or Express
Proven track record with comprehensive testing strategies using tools like Vitest and Playwright
Deep React expertise, particularly with Server Components and Next.js ecosystem
Proficiency with AI-powered development tools like Cursor or Claude Code
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities (English; German is a benefit)

Bonus Points:

DevOps toolkit experience including Docker, CI/CD with GitHub Actions, and container orchestration
Track record of creating structured documentation and workflows for AI-assisted development

Why us?

Engineering Culture:

Work with a team led by engineers who understand the code you write
Build solutions for Fortune 500 clients who appreciate technical excellence
Access cutting-edge development tools and maintain your competitive edge
Make meaningful contributions to widely-adopted open-source projects

Lifestyle & Growth:

Sustainable 38.5-hour weeks that respect your personal time
Location flexibility with occasional in-person collaboration at our Vienna or Kitzbühel offices
Continuous learning opportunities in a rapidly evolving tech landscape

Total Package:

Market-competitive salary with €1,000 annual meal benefits through Pluxee
€500 yearly wellness budget for gym memberships, mental health support, or personal development
Premium hardware and software licenses to maximize your productivity
Direct access to beautiful Austrian offices when you want a change of scenery

Legal Information

Thanks to legal requirements, we’re required to share that the minimum gross monthly salary for this position is €4,485.00 (KV UBIT base). But here’s the good news: we actually pay more, based on your experience and qualifications!

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About us

At Elevantiq, we specialize in creating tailored, enterprise-grade B2B platforms that drive digital transformation. Our solutions and products are trusted by thousands of companies worldwide to streamline their operations and fuel their growth.

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