The Role
Design, build, and operate platform services and internal tools using Python; manage AWS infrastructure (EKS, S3, Lambda); automate CI/CD and deployments; implement IaC with Terraform; maintain observability and incident response; improve developer self-service, security, and compliance while collaborating with product teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Help us scale the backbone of HR tech in Europe.
Bonrepublic is an HR SaaS platform that combines goals, recognition, development, and incentives to help companies motivate and retain their employees. We’re a 30-person team based in Vienna, part of the HR Works Group, and our platform is already used by companies across Europe.
We’re looking for an experienced backend engineer to help us reduce technical debt, boost performance, and evolve our architecture for the next stage of growth. You’ll work closely with a small, collaborative team where technical quality is valued as much as delivering features.
Aufgaben
* Build platform services, internal tools, and core platform capabilities: Develop and maintain platform capabilities using Python and Django, creating self-service solutions that empower development teams
* Manage cloud infrastructure: Operate and optimize our AWS infrastructure, with a focus on EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service), S3, SES, Lambda, and related services
* Automate everything: Build and improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and operational workflows to reduce manual work and increase reliability
* Ensure reliability and performance: Implement and maintain observability systems (logging, metrics, tracing), monitor platform health, and respond to incidents
* Infrastructure as Code: Manage infrastructure using Terraform, treating infrastructure as a product with the same quality standards as application code
* Enable developer productivity: Create documentation, runbooks, and self-service capabilities that make development teams more autonomous and productive
* Maintain security and compliance: Ensure platform security best practices, manage access controls, and support compliance requirements
* Collaborate across teams: Work closely with development teams to understand their needs and continuously improve the platform
Qualifikation
* Solid experience: 5-8 years in software engineering, platform engineering, or DevOps roles
* Software development skills: Strong coding abilities with experience in Python (Django/FastAPI knowledge is a plus, or willingness to learn it)
* AWS expertise: Hands-on experience with AWS services, particularly EKS, S3, SES, Lambda, and related cloud services
* Kubernetes knowledge: Solid understanding of Kubernetes deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting in production environments
* Infrastructure as Code: Experience with Terraform or similar tools (CloudFormation, Pulumi, …)
* CI/CD proficiency: Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, or similar tools
* Containerization: Strong Docker knowledge and container orchestration experience
* Observability: Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or similar
* Agile mindset: Comfortable working in agile teams with excellent communication skills in English (German is a plus)
* Continuous learning: Open to adopting new tools, patterns, and approaches
Benefits
* Join our journey from startup success to enterprise excellence!
* The company offers the opportunity to develop services using the latest technology
* Shape the future, learn, and lead.
* The opportunity to learn the latest stacks and technologies on the job
* Benefit from the excellent expertise in the company, where top management comes together to share knowledge
* Internationally oriented company
Bonrepublic is an HR SaaS platform that combines goals, recognition, development, and incentives to help companies motivate and retain their employees. We’re a 30-person team based in Vienna, part of the HR Works Group, and our platform is already used by companies across Europe.
We’re looking for an experienced backend engineer to help us reduce technical debt, boost performance, and evolve our architecture for the next stage of growth. You’ll work closely with a small, collaborative team where technical quality is valued as much as delivering features.
Aufgaben
* Build platform services, internal tools, and core platform capabilities: Develop and maintain platform capabilities using Python and Django, creating self-service solutions that empower development teams
* Manage cloud infrastructure: Operate and optimize our AWS infrastructure, with a focus on EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service), S3, SES, Lambda, and related services
* Automate everything: Build and improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and operational workflows to reduce manual work and increase reliability
* Ensure reliability and performance: Implement and maintain observability systems (logging, metrics, tracing), monitor platform health, and respond to incidents
* Infrastructure as Code: Manage infrastructure using Terraform, treating infrastructure as a product with the same quality standards as application code
* Enable developer productivity: Create documentation, runbooks, and self-service capabilities that make development teams more autonomous and productive
* Maintain security and compliance: Ensure platform security best practices, manage access controls, and support compliance requirements
* Collaborate across teams: Work closely with development teams to understand their needs and continuously improve the platform
Qualifikation
* Solid experience: 5-8 years in software engineering, platform engineering, or DevOps roles
* Software development skills: Strong coding abilities with experience in Python (Django/FastAPI knowledge is a plus, or willingness to learn it)
* AWS expertise: Hands-on experience with AWS services, particularly EKS, S3, SES, Lambda, and related cloud services
* Kubernetes knowledge: Solid understanding of Kubernetes deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting in production environments
* Infrastructure as Code: Experience with Terraform or similar tools (CloudFormation, Pulumi, …)
* CI/CD proficiency: Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, or similar tools
* Containerization: Strong Docker knowledge and container orchestration experience
* Observability: Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or similar
* Agile mindset: Comfortable working in agile teams with excellent communication skills in English (German is a plus)
* Continuous learning: Open to adopting new tools, patterns, and approaches
Benefits
* Join our journey from startup success to enterprise excellence!
* The company offers the opportunity to develop services using the latest technology
* Shape the future, learn, and lead.
* The opportunity to learn the latest stacks and technologies on the job
* Benefit from the excellent expertise in the company, where top management comes together to share knowledge
* Internationally oriented company
Skills Required
- 5-8 years in software engineering, platform engineering, or DevOps
- Strong Python development skills
- Experience with AWS services (EKS, S3, SES, Lambda)
- Kubernetes deployment, configuration, and production troubleshooting
- Infrastructure as Code using Terraform (or CloudFormation/Pulumi)
- CI/CD pipeline experience (GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, or similar)
- Docker and container orchestration experience
- Observability and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, logging/metrics/tracing)
- Agile teamwork and strong English communication skills
- Experience with Django or FastAPI (plus / willingness to learn)
- German language skills
- Openness to adopt new tools, patterns and continuous learning
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The Company
What We Do
Bonrepublic is a SaaS performance, recognition, and benefit management platform that supports agile talent management. It helps organizations enhance employee retention, motivation, and development while identifying and closing competency gaps. Its features include peer-to-peer recognition, goal setting (OKRs), 360-degree feedback, and individualized development plans, specifically catering to SMEs to ensure sustained success and talent retention.
