💻 Backend TypeScript Developer - Czech-Swiss company 🇨🇿🇨🇭

Join us in MapTiler

Are you an experienced Backend TypeScript Developer looking for your next big challenge? Join our Cloud crew and become a vital part of the team building the Public API for our core product – MapTiler Platform.

In this role, you’ll work closely on our critical cloud systems to ensure high performance, stability, and scalability. You will have a direct impact on a system that makes map integration seamless and highly reliable for developers and major companies worldwide.

You can work from anywhere in Czechia or join us in our newly renovated modern office in the center of Brno.

How we work

• We work in 2-week sprints.
• We plan development in Jira, as well as individual tasks.
• Our applications run in Docker containers, we version Ansible playbooks in Git and keep documentation in Confluence.
• Google Workspace is used for electronic communication (Chat, Meet, Email).
• The company's structure is based on the unFIX model, which helps innovation and agile development.

What you will do

• Develop, maintain, and scale high-performance APIs for MapTiler Platform.
• Focus heavily on backend code quality, long-term system stability, and reliability.
• Focus on Node.js and Cloudflare Workers performance without Next.js or high-level web frameworks.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure and serverless components for maximum performance.
• Backfill critical system capacities and ensure the resilience of our architecture.
• Write clean, well-documented code and comprehensive unit tests.

What we expect from you

• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and modern backend development.
• Deep knowledge of both Node.js and web worker / serverless environments.
• Practical experience with network architectures and designing scalable backend systems.
• Good knowledge of modern web technologies.
• 5+ years of experience in backend software development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A team player who collaborates on a common outcome.
• Professional working proficiency in Czech and English.

Nice to have

• Experience with Docker and containerization.
• Experience with Cloudflare services.
• Experience with benchmarking and performance testing.
• Involving AI across the various phases of software development.
• Based in or near Brno (for optional face-to-face collaboration in our office).
• A passion for maps and an interest in GIS.

What we offer

• Competitive financial compensation based on your experience & annual performance bonus.
• Widescreen LCD, a laptop of your choice, and all the resources you need for your work. 
• Flexible working hours to help you easily balance your personal and professional life.
• Work remotely from anywhere in Europe, or hang out with us at our hubs in Brno (Czechia) or Unterägeri (Switzerland).
• Collaborate with the best from major global brands.
• Grow your career with dedicated support for continuous learning, attending conferences, and building your personal brand.
• A friendly, connected team and regular team-building events across Europe.

About MapTiler

We make maps easy so that everyone can understand the world better. Our platform powers everything from global weather forecasting and humanitarian crisis management to flight trackers and the Swiss railways. Our maps are viewed by hundreds of millions of people worldwide every month.We are deeply rooted in the developer and open-source communities. Since our users and customers are primarily developers, engineers, and geo-experts, we don't only do traditional account management, we also build technical partnerships.