Senior Backend Engineer

We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer (Python & Rust) to join KWAN on a project where cutting-edge robotics meets cloud-native infrastructure at scale. This is a Hybrid challenge for residents in Portugal with 2 office days per week. 🛠 The Challenge: Build and evolve the backend services that power a fleet management platform for Autonomous Mobile Robots, operating in real-world industrial and logistics environments;Architect and deliver production-grade microservices and event-driven systems that keep robot fleets navigating reliably at scale;Code daily - building significant features independently, debugging production issues, and owning them through to resolution;Turn complex distributed systems requirements into clean, fault-tolerant APIs and services with observability and resilience built in from the ground up;Guide junior engineers through code reviews and contribute hands-on within a high-performing, cross-functional team spanning Frontend, Robotics, DevOps, Product and QA. 🔎 What you bring to the table: 5+ years of strong backend engineering experience with a proven track record of delivering production-quality software;Hands-on expertise with Rust and Python in the context of complex, large-scale codebases;Deep understanding of distributed systems - microservices, event-driven and message-based architectures, and high-availability design;Solid experience with Kubernetes, containerized deployments, and cloud-native development;A quality-first mindset, with practical experience in automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and secure software development;Solid English proficiency (B2+).Portugal based. 👉 Do you meet most of the position requirements? Then grab this opportunity and apply now! 🤩💪 ✨ What we offer: A project that matches your skills and ambitions, as well as your preferences for working policies and culture.A competitive salary with awesome benefits and opportunities to leverage your knowledge and network to earn additional income.An empowering and respectful work culture enriched with social and learning events.A People Experience Partner specially assigned to you - your go-to career guide, responsible for supporting your growth, facilitating training, and ensuring your work-life balance at KWAN. "At KWAN, they make sure that I feel comfortable with the client I'm working for and that what I'm doing aligns with my career aspirations." — Luís Caldeira, DevOps @ KWAN