Cyber Insight GmbH

Backend Developer (m/f/x)

Leipzig, Germany full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

Are you looking for a young startup with a lot of creative freedom and do you want to be part of a young and very good IT/development team? Then you've come to the right place and we look forward to meeting you.

Cyber Insight is revolutionizing IT security and data protection. We enable companies to independently assess their individual risks with the help of AI and provide users with concrete instructions on how to improve their risk profile.

The team currently consists of three experienced founders and a young team of developers.

Tasks

Develop scalable, secure, and reliable back-end systems

Implement APIs and microservices

Integrate databases and other external systems with the backend system

Develop automated tests to ensure code quality and stability

Monitor and analyze system performance and troubleshoot problems

Requirements

Qualifications

Excellent knowledge of Python and FastAPI

Strong experience developing scalable backend systems, APIs, and distributed architectures

Deep knowledge of SQL databases, especially PostgreSQL, including data modeling and query optimization

Experience with RabbitMQ and asynchronous/event-driven architectures

Experience with Google Cloud, Docker, CI/CD, and automated testing

Strong understanding of backend architecture, performance, reliability, and maintainable software design

You work independently, take ownership, and are comfortable questioning existing approaches

You enjoy working in a fast-growing and evolving company

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent working conditions and flexible working hours

Flexible mix of home office and office work (Leipzig center)

Use of state-of-the-art technology with creative freedom

Proximity to research

Chances for professional development

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Interview prep

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Technology & IT MySQL Python SQL Backend Developer Mid level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Backend Developer (m/f/x) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Cyber Insight GmbH?
  3. Which of MySQL, Python and SQL have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with MySQL, Python and SQL.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Backend Developer (m/f/x) role because I can bring practical experience in MySQL, Python and SQL, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Cyber Insight GmbH needs from this hire.

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