VERBI Software GmbH
VERBI Software GmbH
VERBI Software GmbH develops qualitative data analysis software for researchers and organizations working with complex, non-numerical information. Its flagship product, MAXQDA, supports the transcription, organization, analysis, and visualization of qualitative data, with capabilities including automatic transcription and AI integration. Through the MAXQDA Academy and related learning resources, VERBI also helps users build practical research skills across disciplines. The company operates at the intersection of education, SaaS, and artificial intelligence.

Senior Backend Engineer – Python & AWS (Hybrid, Berlin)

Join VERBI Software GmbH to build and scale Python and AWS backend services for MAXQDA, its qualitative research software. The role focuses on testing, performance, integrations, and collaboration across product and engineering teams.

Description

  • Develop and evolve the AWS backend architecture
  • Build efficient Lambda functions with suitable frameworks
  • Adopt modern unit, integration, and end-to-end testing practices
  • Improve performance and scalability with PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, and caching
  • Advance the team’s development and documentation practices with Poetry, GitHub Actions, and Confluence
  • Maintain integrations among the products, account system, and desktop software
  • Partner with frontend, AI, QA, product, and UX/UI teams
  • Contribute to an agile process and collaborative team culture

Requirements

  • Bring at least five years of backend development experience with Python
  • Have strong experience with TypeScript, JavaScript, Boto3, or comparable technologies
  • Use frameworks such as FastAPI, Django, Flask, or similar tools with confidence
  • Demonstrate solid experience with PostgreSQL, SQL, DynamoDB, ORM systems, or comparable database technologies
  • Know AWS services including Lambda and S3, or another cloud platform such as Azure or GCP, and be willing to deepen your AWS expertise
  • Have practical experience with GitHub Actions and dependency management through Poetry, UV, PIP, or similar tools
  • Understand test automation and agile delivery practices including Scrum or Kanban
  • Know how to address software performance and scalability using design patterns
  • Bring initiative, clear communication, assertiveness, and confidence working as part of a team

Benefits

  • Hybrid work and home-office options
  • Significant scope for initiative and professional growth
  • Subsidy for Urban Sports membership, a BVG or Deutschlandticket, or a GIVVE Card
  • Access to the Corporate Benefits program
  • Complimentary fruit, vegetables, and drinks
  • VERBI fridge with granola bars
  • Monthly VERBI breakfast and lunch
  • After-work gatherings
  • Team events and company celebrations
  • Large kitchen, balcony, and rooftop terrace
  • Structured onboarding with a VERBI buddy
  • Modern office close to Berlin Central Station

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