Mid/Senior Backend Engineer

We are seeking an experienced backend software engineer to help us develop scalable agentic platform for our MakoraGenerate product.

If you're a responsible and engaged professional who enjoys tackling complex challenges across the entire software stack and isn't afraid to switch between technologies when necessary—this job is for you.

This job is based in Gdansk, Poland.

About Makora

Makora is a venture-backed AI lab building building tools to automate algorithm discovery and GPU performance engineering. There are two core components:

1. MakoraGenerate writes GPU kernels in CUDA, HIP, and Triton using LLMs
2. MakoraOptimize automatically selects and swaps GPU kernels in combination with tuning inference engine (vLLM, SGlang, etc..) hyperparameters to optimize performance

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and maintaining backend services
• Integration with deployment platform and various cloud providers
• Automated testing and deployment pipeline maintenance
• Participating in architectural discussions
• Collaboration with other teams in Gdańsk and New York City

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in backend programming
• Experience in designing and developing IT systems with DDD in mind.
• Excellent knowledge of the Python programming language (optionally another chosen language that fits backend needs)
• Proficiency with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, experience with message brokers like RabbitMQ
• Proficiency in version control systems.
• Good understanding of agile methodologies
• Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment
• Experience with Docker: creating and managing containerized applications
• Knowledge of Kubernetes or other orchestration tools
• Basic understanding of frontend frameworks
• Good written and verbal communication skills - English (B2+)

Bonus Points

• Experience with frontend development - JavaScript, TypeScript, frameworks like React or NextJS
• Experience with cloud solutions
• Experience IaC solutions, e.g. Terraform
• NodeJS, Golang, C/C++, Rust
• Experience with low level programming

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Work out of the office in Gdansk at least once a week
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Professional development opportunities, including training programs and conferences
• Generous vacation and paid time off policy
• Modern and comfortable work environment with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities