Join us in rebuilding B2B retail and ending waste!

Did you know that 20% of all produced clothes are never worn? Become part of the smatch team to address this major ecological issue of excess stock mismanagement and change the course of the retail industry with us! By joining our B2B Retail Marketplace team as a Backend Developer you will create a real and lasting impact for the environment while working hand-in-hand with the founders to unlock the $3tr retail excess stock market and experience a scaling venture from day 1!

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Backend Developer to join our team and play a crucial role in supporting and expanding our backend infrastructure. In this position you’ll help us scale, secure, and develop strategic projects and improve operational efficiency as our company grows. You'll work closely with our CTO & VP of Technology as well as other team members to deliver robust solutions and maintain the stability of our systems.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop robust backend solutions using and leveraging API’s in a flexible environment
• Be an active participant & driver in specifying new features together with developers, product owners, sales, operations, etc.
• Support business operations in quick & creative ways to iterate on solutions to day-to-day challenges and improve workflows
• Work with data storages (databases, caches, buckets, etc.) to both develop scalable features & support with strategic decision-making
• Interface with infrastructure to support the development and growth of the company
• Work closely with experienced developers and leaders invested in helping you grow into your role and expand your knowledge

About you

This role is ideal for a proactive and adaptable backend developer who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys building scalable, secure and efficient systems.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in backend development, particularly with REST APIs, databases, and infrastructure.
• Proficient in PHP with a strong background in modern PHP frameworks (Laravel preferred)
• Experience in SQL and Redis.
• Experience in GCP (or other cloud infrastructure provider) & Docker
• Exposure to HTML, CSS, Java Script, or Type Script is a plus.
• Solid understanding of best practices of development (Architecture, IT Security, etc.)
• Highly organised, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and flexible in day-to-day tasks.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication abilities.
• C1-level English proficiency (German not required but nice to have).
• Based in Germany and open to occasional visits to the office in Hamburg

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Salary: Receive a competitive salary package appreciating your impact at smatch with the benefit of participating in future value development.
• Dynamic Team Environment: Join a cross-functional, international, and diverse team. Participate in a variety of our monthly fun events, creating an enjoyable and connected workplace culture.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Benefit from an annual personal development budget and from the hyper-growth trajectory, also regarding personal learning and increasing responsibility.
• Generous Vacation Package: Enjoy 27 vacation days annually, with an extra day for each year of service, up to 30 days, ensuring a strong work-life balance.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Take advantage of flexible home office options and working hours that fit your lifestyle and personal needs.
• Active Lifestyle Benefits: Stay active and healthy with our partnership with Urban Sports Club, offering a reduced rate for a variety of sports.

About us

The smatch team has set out to change the course of the retail industry by finding smarter, more sustainable ways to deal with excess stock: Our private, asset-light B2B marketplace for stock connects retailers and brands who want to discreetly switch channels of commerce partners. smatch’s DNA is a combination of tech, sustainability, and retail: we leverage real-time deep data insights with deep retail expertise to offer a new way to manage excess stock instead of destroying it.

Our founders have deep retail and growth experience, led a multi-billion dollar IPO and a successful startup exit. With previous careers at leading strategy consulting firms, our founders have a strong background in building and commercialising and are looking for you as the skilled colleague for outstanding operations.