Is this you?

We are looking for a Backend Engineer

This is a great time to join our team. We are rolling out a completely new learning experience and doing some fascinating work in using the world’s video content to immerse people in the languages they are learning. We are seeking someone who listens to others, offers their own wisdom, and then rolls up their sleeves to do the work, bringing others along with them.

Can you tell me more about Memrise’s tech?

Our backend is primarily Python with some Django, hosted in the cloud using Kubernetes. All our infrastructure is configured with Terraform, and we have a continuous deployment pipeline for most systems including the backend and website. Currently, we’re using MySQL but are looking at re-architecting our database as part of company ambitions to significantly scale our product and content.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain applications using Kotlin.
• Design and implement data processing pipelines with Kafka and Kafka Streams.
• Deploy and manage applications in Kubernetes environments, utilising StatefulSets.
• Create and manage containerised applications using Docker.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Git for version control.
• Work with relational databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL.
• Implement caching solutions using Redis and other caching techniques.
• Apply CQRS (Command Query Responsibility Segregation) and Event Sourcing patterns in system design.
• Create highly observable services, preferably using OpenTelemetry.
• Optimise application performance and scalability.
• Adapt to new technologies and methodologies as required.