Backend Software Engineer

at OLX
  • Remote - Spain

Remote

Software Development

Mid-level

Job description

WELCOME TO OLX

At OLX, we work together to build a more sustainable world through trade.

We make it safe, smart, and convenient to buy and sell cars, find housing, get jobs, buy and sell household goods, and more. Our colleagues around the world help to serve millions of people around the world every month, through its well-loved consumer brands including OLX, Otodom, Property24.

Join OLX and see how far you can go.

Join Our Team as a Backend Engineer!

Join one of our cross-functional teams in the Generative AI Innovation team, working remotely from Spain.

Our team is a the forefront of GenAI-powered solutions, developing cutting-edge services to enhance user experiences, optimize internal processes, and explore new business opportunities. You’ll work on scalable, high-impact AI projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to research, proof-of-concept, and production-ready AI applications.

As part of our 1,000+ tech team across multiple locations, you’ll collaborate with engineers, SREs, and product teams to build scalable, high-impact solutions while reporting to an Engineering Manager who will support your growth and impact.

We use Golang and Kotlin, modernizing systems as we transition from legacy PHP and move towards a microservices architecture, deploying through GitLab CI/CD to AWS.

If you’re passionate about solving technical challenges and scaling cloud systems, we’d love to hear from you!

Who we are looking for:

  • Significant professional experience in software development with Python (preferred) or Kotlin
  • Experience in large-scale web applications, an economic-thinking mindset, and the ability to design well-bounded domain systems
  • Experience in architecting Cloud Native solutions, AWS is a plus
  • Worked in multi-functional teams
  • Believes in “you build it, you run it, you own it,” ensuring high-quality code, debugging, optimization, and automation as key priorities.
  • Experience in building AI/ML-enabled products

What you will be doing:

  • Contributing to the planning, execution, and completion of backend development tasks, ensuring delivery is timely and meets quality standards.
  • Developing and maintaining robust, secure, and scalable backend services as part of technical projects.
  • Collaborating effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure smooth integration and operation of backend solutions.
  • Participating in code reviews, providing constructive feedback, and supporting team communication to foster a collaborative development environment.
  • Applying best practices in software development, encouraging improvements, and working closely with product and frontend teams to deliver user-centric, efficient solutions.
  • Building and deploying cloud-native backend applications using GitLab CI/CD pipelines to AWS or similar platforms, aligning with team and organizational strategies.
  • Engaging with cross-team initiatives and contributing to broader engineering goals, such as participation in working groups or communities, to create a positive impact beyond your immediate team.

Our Hiring Process:

  • Recruiter Interview
  • Engineering Manager Interview
  • Live Coding
  • System Design

Our Benefits:

  • Being an OLX colleague brings many rewards, such as a competitive salary, a world-class training and development program, flexible working options, and many more location-based benefits, which for this role include:
  • Flexible benefits plan
  • Health and Dental Insurance (extendable to family)
  • Remote or hybrid monthly allowance (incl. transportation supplement)
  • Meal Allowance
  • Gym Membership
  • English, Spanish & Catalan Classes
  • Tax Declaration Assistance

If you think this is the role for you, send your application in English, and let’s talk!

If you’d like to learn more about us, take a look around our careers page and the OLX Group website. Follow us on LinkedIn and check out our OLX Group Engineering Blog and Twitter Tech.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at OLX

OLX values diversity and welcomes applicants of all races, ethnicities, disabilities, ages, genders, sexual orientations, religions, backgrounds, and experiences to apply. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements - you may be just the right fit for this or other opportunities with us!

OLX will process your personal data to assess your fit for the applied position. You may optionally consent to store your data for up to 12 months after the application process for consideration in future OLX roles. For more details on how your application data will be processed please check our Privacy Statement.

Share this job:
Please let OLX know you found this job on Remote First Jobs 🙏

Benefits of using Remote First Jobs

Discover Hidden Jobs

Unique jobs you won't find on other job boards.

Advanced Filters

Filter by category, benefits, seniority, and more.

Priority Job Alerts

Get timely alerts for new job openings every day.

Manage Your Job Hunt

Save jobs you like and keep a simple list of your applications.

Search remote, work from home, 100% online jobs

We help you connect with top remote-first companies.

Search jobs

Hiring remote talent? Post a job

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Remote First Jobs different from other job boards?

Unlike other job boards that only show jobs from companies that pay to post, we actively scan over 20,000 companies to find remote positions. This means you get access to thousands more jobs, including ones from companies that don't typically post on traditional job boards. Our platform is dedicated to fully remote positions, focusing on companies that have adopted remote work as their standard practice.

How often are new jobs added?

New jobs are constantly being added as our system checks company websites every day. We process thousands of jobs daily to ensure you have access to the most up-to-date remote job listings. Our algorithms scan over 20,000 different sources daily, adding jobs to the board the moment they appear.

Can I trust the job listings on Remote First Jobs?

Yes! We verify all job listings and companies to ensure they're legitimate. Our system automatically filters out spam, junk, and fake jobs to ensure you only see real remote opportunities.

Can I suggest companies to be added to your search?

Yes! We're always looking to expand our listings and appreciate suggestions from our community. If you know of companies offering remote positions that should be included in our search, please let us know. We actively work to increase our coverage of remote job opportunities.

How do I apply for jobs?

When you find a job you're interested in, simply click the 'Apply Now' button on the job listing. This will take you directly to the company's application page. We kindly ask you to mention that you found the position through Remote First Jobs when applying, as it helps us grow and improve our service 🙏

Apply