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# Senior Backend Engineer (Milan)

- **Company:** Eight Sleep
- **Location:** La Unión, Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Business Logic, C Sharp (Programming Language), Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Data Processing, .NET Core, Backend, Kotlin, Microservices
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://es.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3543c12897869afd

## About the Role

* 8+ years of software engineering experience
 * 5+ years of experience as a backend engineer/SRE
 * Language polyglot, advanced experience with at least 2 out of Java (Scala or Kotlin), C# (or F#) (.NET core), Python, NodeJS+TypeScript,
 * Experience with distributed systems
 * Deep understanding of cloud services

## Description

We operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world's top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. Think Kobe Bryant's mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution. This isn't a 9-to-5. Our team is deeply committed, often putting in 60+ hours a week -not because we're told to, but because we're invested. We're here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise. If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career, you'll feel right at home. If you're looking for something easier -this isn't it., Eight Sleep is looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer to help us expand our product features and our capability to scale. We have distributed back-end systems responsible for critical business logic as well as bridging communications/data flows between our embedded, machine learning, mobile, and business intelligence systems. We are seeking someone who is passionate about designing, implementing, and supporting distributed systems and appreciates the impact they have on all aspects of the member experience. We look for people who dig under the hood and understand what the technology is doing, so we can make wise decisions about how our technology should solve and evolve., * Maintain and improve the integrity of our data processing pipeline (5Tb per day)

 * Develop tools to guarantee the availability of our services (~30 microservices) and automate their operation
 * Contribute to the development of back-end services and product features, We extend equity participation to every full-time team member, recognizing and rewarding your direct contributions to our success. This includes periodic equity refreshments based on performance, ensuring that as Eight Sleep grows and succeeds, so do you - perfectly aligning your achievements with the broader triumphs of the company.