Backend Engineer

Imagine a world where playing your favorite sport is never a hassle. That's the magic Stranger Soccer creates every single day. We're a rapidly growing company from Singapore, completely revolutionizing how people around the globe connect for a game of football or futsal. With over 50,000 users and hundreds of games happening weekly, we've transformed the world's most popular sport into an accessible, on-demand experience. As we expand our reach internationally, we are looking for a truly awesome Backend Engineer to join our fully remote, worldwide team. If you thrive on building robust, high-performance systems and want to make a real impact on a global scale, this could be your perfect match.

Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Backend Engineer to join our vibrant team on a virtual, part-time basis, typically committing 10-20 hours per week. Stranger Soccer has cracked the code on making spontaneous football games a reality. Our platform allows users to browse, book, and play with unparalleled ease. We are already the number one way people play football and futsal in Singapore, with rapid international expansion underway through license partners in Australia, India, USA, UAE, and South Africa. You will play a crucial role in enhancing our core systems, ensuring our platform remains fast, reliable, and scalable as we continue our explosive growth journey.

Key Responsibilities

Implement server-side logic and maintain our APIs and websites primarily using PHP and NodeJS.
Design and develop new features to enhance user experience and platform functionality.
Optimize our AWS infrastructure, focusing on achieving superior scalability, robust backup solutions, peak performance, and cost-efficiency.
Ensure the security and integrity of all backend systems and data.
Collaborate closely with our frontend developers and product team to bring innovative ideas to life.
Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality and share knowledge within the team.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Backend Engineer, working with AWS, PHP, and NodeJS.
A strong understanding of database management and optimization.
Familiarity with RESTful API design and implementation.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit.

What You'll Gain

The chance to significantly impact a product used by tens of thousands globally, making a real difference in how people engage with sport.
Work within a dynamic, fast-paced company experiencing truly explosive international growth.
A flexible, fully remote work environment that supports a healthy work-life balance.
Opportunities for professional development and to work with cutting-edge technologies.
Be part of an awesome, supportive team dedicated to revolutionizing casual sports.