Backend Engineer

bunch is building the backbone of private markets. We are enabling next-gen fund operations with one integrated system that combines secure data infrastructure, AI-powered workflows and expert fund services. If you value ownership, growth through real responsibility, and working with a thoughtful, ambitious team, this role might be for you.

Your Role

You will be at the core of building the technology that powers bunch. We aim to build something meaningful with high impact, not just write code. We offer you freedom and ownership to build the right solutions and influence the product roadmap.

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure backend services that solve real customer problems
• Collaborate with your Product Managers, by actively participating in problem discovery and solution creation by leveraging your technical expertise
• Work closely with other cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth delivery of new features and improvements
• Maximize your team’s output by enhancing functionality and proactively addressing technical debt as well as actively contributing to improving collaboration and communication

About You

• To excel as a member of the Product Development team, you should combine a passion for technology with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong problem-solving skills
• You are a team player with excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic
• Proficient in backend development with TypeScript or any strongly typed language, SQL databases , Nest.js or similar web/dependency management frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot)
• Strong understanding of system design principles, scalability, and performance tuning
• 5+ years of professional experience building backend systems in fast-paced environments
• Experience with fintech, highly regulated industries, or document processing is a plus

Our tech stack

We strive to keep our technology stack as simple and efficient as possible.

• Frontend & Backend: TypeScript on both the frontend (Svelte, but moving towards React ) and the backend ( Node.js with Nest.js )
• Database: MySQL
• Infrastructure: Kubernetes (K8S) on top of AWS
• Source Control & CI/CD: GitHub
• Third-Party Applications:
  • FusionAuth for authentication
  • Retool for low-code internal frontend solutions
  • Twilio and SendGrid for sending SMS and emails
  • Tally for creating custom forms

Workplace & Benefits

• Customizable benefits package (wellbeing, sport, mobility, food, and more)
• 28 days of vacation, plus 2 company days and local public holidays
• Remote setup
• Up to 4 remote calendar weeks a year
• A great tech and work setup
• Work with a diverse team of 120+ bunchies from 40+ countries, with leaders who are best-in-class in their domains