Senior Backend Engineer

San FranciscoPosted 5 weeks ago

Role Overview

Clera is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in San Francisco. Part of Clera's Backend hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join the engineering team of a Series A B2B SaaS company building an AI-powered omnichannel customer communication platform for SMEs. You'll work on core backend technologies that power messaging, automation, and AI-driven workflows — shipping features end-to-end in a high-ownership environment and contributing to long-term architecture decisions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Build and deliver new backend features that reach customers directly.
Improve platform performance and reliability to enhance the user experience at scale.
Participate in long-term architecture discussions and help define technical direction.
Shape internal development processes and establish best practices across the engineering team.
Bring your own ideas to influence product and platform decisions.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required: Proficiency in Java and TypeScript — both are essential for this role.
Required: Experience with Quarkus or Spring Boot (or comparable JVM frameworks).
Required: Hands-on experience with AWS and Terraform for cloud infrastructure.
Strong PostgreSQL experience.
Familiarity with AI libraries such as LangGraph.
Background building scalable backend systems for communications or messaging platforms.
Strong computer science fundamentals and a track record delivering features end-to-end at senior level.

TECH STACK

Backend: Java, Kotlin, Quarkus, Spring Boot, TypeScript
Cloud & Infra: AWS (RDS/PostgreSQL, S3, SQS, SNS, SES, Lambda, CloudFront), Terraform
AI/Search: LangGraph, OpenSearch
Observability & tooling: DataDog, Sentry, GitHub Actions, LaunchDarkly

LOCATION & WORK ARRANGEMENT

This is a hybrid role based in Berlin, Germany. Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Senior Backend Engineer position at Clera?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Clera. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Is the Senior Backend Engineer role at Clera remote or in-office?

This is a hybrid role based in San Francisco. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.

What does a Senior Backend Engineer at Clera earn?

Clera has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Backend Engineer role at Clera posted?

This role was posted on June 4, 2026 (35 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Backend Engineer role at Clera require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Clera lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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