Job Description
Location: Remote (Work from Home / Flexible)
Weekly Hours: 30+ hours preferred
Team Size: Small, fully remote (across 4 countries)
About the Startup
We are an early-stage market analytics startup on a mission to help self-published authors improve their marketing and achieve greater success. Founded in 2018, our team of 5 works fully remotely, focusing on efficient, scalable software that tackles real problems for self-publishers.
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated Java developer to join our team. This is a high-impact position where your work will directly contribute to our product and mission. You’ll collaborate with a passionate, skilled team and have the opportunity to learn from a senior developer while working on dynamic, challenging problems.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop backend services using Java, Spring, Spring Boot, and Scala.
- Contribute to high-impact features and scalable solutions for our analytics platform.
- Communicate regularly with the team via Slack and semi-weekly calls.
- Take initiative and ownership of tasks with minimal supervision.
- Continuously learn new technologies and improve development skills.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- High-impact role: Your work will directly influence the project’s success.
- Learning opportunities: Collaborate closely with experienced developers.
- Autonomy & flexibility: Work independently and manage your schedule.
- Supportive culture: Open communication, honesty, and flexibility are core values.
- Timely compensation: Reliable payment for your contributions.
Required Skills & Attributes
- Strong Java skills, with solid experience in Spring / Spring Boot.
- Ability to work independently, take responsibility, and stay committed.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Passion for programming and eagerness to learn new technologies.
- Ideally able to dedicate 30+ hours per week to the project.
Application Instructions
Please submit:
- A brief summary of your skill set and experience.
- Details of relevant projects you’ve worked on, including your exact contributions.
- Any questions or clarifications about the role.