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(Senior) Backend Engineer (f/m/d)

Berlin, Germany full-time Mid Salary not listed
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About the role

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

Note: This position is open to mid-level and senior candidates; we’ll tailor responsibilities and compensation to the right level of experience depending on the outcome of the interview process.

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-flexible hybrid (3 days/week in office)

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

What your interview journey will look like
First interview with the People team (20 min): get acquainted with the bunch and to understand if what we’re offering is what you’re searching for

Hiring Manager Interview (60 min): this conversation with an Engineering Manager will cover product-focused culture and values, including collaboration, ownership, self-awareness, and quality standards.

Technical Interview (60 min): this interview in the form of a technical conversation with two engineers will focus on collaborative problem-solving, starting with open-ended questions and progressing to more specific challenges or short algorithm tasks.

Final Round: Meet our CTO (45 min) to learn about ways of working, vision for bunch, and team culture.

Meet-and-Greet (Optional - 30 min) to meet a few members of your future cross-functional team.

About bunch
bunch is building the operating infrastructure for the next generation of private markets. We combine AI-powered automation with deep regulatory expertise to replace fragmented spreadsheets and manual processes with one integrated platform across the fund lifecycle, purpose-built for private markets heading toward $32 trillion in Assets Under Management.
We've 4x our ARR in 2025, crossed 150 fund managers and 12,000 LPs on the platform, and just closed our $35M Series B in May 2026. We're looking for ambitious people who want real ownership of hard problems, and who care about building infrastructure that actually matters to the people using it.

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Technology & IT Excel Javascript MySQL Operations Remote Collaboration Mid level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the (Senior) Backend Engineer (f/m/d) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at bunch?
  3. Which of Excel, Javascript and MySQL 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 Excel, Javascript and MySQL.
  • 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.

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  • 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?
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I am interested in the (Senior) Backend Engineer (f/m/d) role because I can bring practical experience in Excel, Javascript and MySQL, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes bunch needs from this hire.

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