Senior Backend (Full-stack) Engineer

ph3Senior Backend (Full-stack) Engineer /h3 pbZurich, Switzerland /b | Product | Hybrid | Full-time /p h3About Rivia /h3 pRivia is a data engine for clinical trial intelligence. It provides data infrastructure and AI-driven workflows for clinical trial teams, enabling biotechs to run studies more efficiently and to demonstrate which patients derive the greatest benefit from new therapies. Biopharma companies are the source of most therapeutic innovation, yet clinical development is frequently slowed by fragmented data and outdated tooling. Rivia delivers a real-time, integrated view across clinical trial data, improving both trial execution and the evaluation of new treatments. /p pOur goal is for Rivia to become the new standard infrastructure for modern drug development, bringing new therapies to market more successfully at a fraction of the cost. /p h3The Role /h3 pAs a Senior Backend Engineer, you will lead the design and implementation of scalable backend services and data infrastructure that power our clinical trial data platform. You will own major parts of our backend architecture, from APIs and data models to integration with cloud services and machine learning components, while being comfortable contributing across the stack when needed. You will collaborate closely with product, data, and frontend teams to ship high-quality features iteratively and help shape the future of our platform. /p pTo succeed in this role, you should have a passion for iterative product development and possess a strategic, analytical mindset. You should be comfortable navigating the uncertainties of a startup environment, adaptable to shifting priorities, and driven to transform the pharmaceutical industry. Embrace the challenge of building the future of clinical trial technology and help realize Rivia's vision of becoming the definitive unified data infrastructure for clinical trials. /p h3Our stack /h3 pSome technologies we use today: Typescript, React, Java, Python, Spring, Postgres, GPT-4, AWS, Kubernetes. /p pThere's no need to be a prior expert in our stack; it's more important that you learn new technologies quickly. /p h3Working Model /h3 pThis role is based on-site in our Zürich office. /p h3What excites you /h3 ul liBuilding high quality software that delights end users /li liOwning the architecture, implementation, and operation of core backend services and APIs. /li liDesigning robust data models and storage patterns that make complex clinical trial data manageable and performant. /li liSolving hard problems around scalability, reliability, and performance in a data-heavy environment. /li liThriving in a fast-paced startup environment where you have autonomy over your work and make strategic decisions that impact users and the team /li liWorking with cloud infrastructure and modern tooling to build secure, observable, and maintainable services /li /ul h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liDesign, build, and maintain backend services and APIs (primarily in Java/Spring) that power our clinical trial platform. /li liModel, store, and query complex data efficiently in Postgres and related data systems. /li liImplement and maintain integrations and pipelines that ingest and process data from multiple sources. /li liCollaborate with frontend engineers to define API contracts and, when needed, contribute full-stack changes to ship complete features. /li liEnsure high availability, observability, and security of backend services through monitoring, testing, and sound operational practices. /li liParticipate in technical planning, code reviews, and knowledge sharing to continuously improve the team’s effectiveness. /li /ul h3What Excites us /h3 ul liStrong experience building and operating backend services in production, ideally with Java, Spring, and relational databases like Postgres. /li liA solid understanding of system design, data modeling, and performance optimization for data-intensive applications. /li liExperience working with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and containerized environments (e.g., Docker/Kubernetes). /li liA track record of taking ownership of projects, from design through to deployment and maintenance. /li liAbility and willingness to work across the stack when required to deliver high-quality product experiences. /li liClear communication, collaborative mindset, and enthusiasm for working in a fast-moving startup environment. /li /ul h3Hiring Process /h3 pOur hiring process takes 2-4 weeks over four distinct stages: /p ol liMeet and greet: 30-minute call with the HR team to get to know each other. This is an informal chat. /li liTechnical Interview I: 60-minute interview to delve into high-level technical concepts and your problem-solving approaches. /li liTechnical Interview II: Start with a 60-minute discussion with Tiago, our CTO, to introduce you to Rivia and discuss the role in detail. /li liMeet the team: 2-3 hours. Join us at our Zürich office for a visit that includes a team lunch and an in-depth technical interview to explore our mutual fit. /li /ol h3Our Values /h3 pAt Rivia, we are committed to excellence, continuous learning, and the success of both our customers and our team. If you are driven to exceed targets, eager to shape the future of clinical trials, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the biotech industry, Rivia is the place for you. /p ul libIn it to Win it: /b Approach every challenge with determination, resilience, and a drive, aiming for the best outcomes and solutions. /li libEmbrace change: /b We see change as an opportunity for growth, innovation, and improvement, continuously evolving to stay one step ahead /li libWhy not?: /b Asking why not, instead of why, allows us to show our curiosity, allowing us to challenge assumptions and explore new possibilities. /li libFind the gap: /b We are curious and we proactively approach identifying opportunities and solving problems before they arise. /li libCollective accountability: /b We are one team, on one mission and we are committed to shared responsibilities and mutual support, enabling trust and collaboration. /li libValue add solutions: /b Know better. Act better. We are dedicated to delivering meaningful and impactful results. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr