Overview Location: Hybrid (HQ in Cesena, we value work-life balance but also meaningful human interactions!) About Us - IdentifAI IdentifAI is a Milan-based startup founded in 2024 with a clear mission: to empower individuals and organizations to distinguish between human and AI-generated content. In a digital world where authenticity is increasingly under threat, we are committed to promoting transparency and trust by helping society navigate the complexities of online information. We aim to become a key player in verifying the authenticity of digital content, ensuring that every person can confidently engage with the material they encounter. At IdentifAI, we are dreamers and challenge-lovers (who aren’t afraid of risk!) with a little bit of nerdy flair. We believe that making mistakes is a vital part of innovation: exploration is our way of life, and every challenge is an opportunity to discover something new. The Role We are seeking a brilliant Backend Developer to join our innovative startup. You will become part of a small, cohesive technical team where collaboration and a passion for technology are at the core of everything we do. This role is for a bright individual with a strong desire to learn and grow, who is ready to contribute significantly to the development and maintenance of our backend architectures. What You’ll Do Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services using Node.js, TypeScript, and Python. The chosen stack is “MEAN” with Nest.JS and Typescript. Collaborate closely and continuously with the founders and other team members to design and implement new features. Write clean, secure, testable, and maintainable code following software engineering best practices. Apply security and privacy by design principles throughout the development lifecycle. Actively participate in code reviews to ensure software quality and technical cohesion. Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing applications. Integrate with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Redis) databases. What We’re Looking For Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and fundamental design patterns. Understanding of distributed systems development. Knowledge of security by design principles and best practices. Good knowledge of Node.js and / or Python for backend development. Basic knowledge of Git and version control workflows. Ability to work in a Linux / Unix-based environment. A problem-solving attitude, proactivity, and a strong team spirit. Previous experience in software development roles with similar technologies is a plus. Familiarity with TypeScript and its advantages in developing robust applications. A degree in a STEM discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics) is preferred. Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) is a strong plus. Experience with CI / CD pipelines (e.g., Github Actions) is highly valued. Knowledge of privacy by design principles is a plus. Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven startup where your work makes a real impact. Enjoy a hybrid work setup in Cesena that values home / work balance and promotes collaboration. Grow your career with a supportive and enthusiastic team eager to innovate. Contribute to a vision of ensuring authenticity and trust in digital content. Embrace our dynamic culture that celebrates creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm. If you’re ready to roll with us and contribute to shaping the future of AI-driven solutions, apply today! J-18808-Ljbffr