Role Description We are looking for a Backend Architect to join one of our biggest products - Cupid Media. Your main tasks will be: - Design and development of backend architecture (.NET); - Definition and implementation of architectural standards and best practices; - Design of backend services, APIs, and integrations; - Architecture and critical code review; - High-level effort estimation and validation of detailed technical estimates; - Communication with adjacent departments; - Ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability of backend systems. Qualifications - Strong knowledge of C# and .NET ecosystem (.NET Core / ASP.NET Core); - Solid understanding and practical application of OOP, SOLID principles, and common architectural patterns; - Proven experience designing backend architectures and scalable distributed systems; - Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and backend services; - Strong knowledge of microservices architecture and service-to-service communication patterns; - Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MSSQL, MongoDB, Redis); - Understanding of system performance, scalability, reliability, and fault tolerance principles; - Experience with message brokers and asynchronous communication (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.); - Experience with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS); - Strong code review, debugging, and problem-solving skills; - Experience defining architectural standards and validating technical solutions; - English from B1–B2 (good spoken English required); - Fluent Russian; - Ability to work in GMT+4-GMT+8. Benefits - REMOTE OPPORTUNITY to work full time; - Vacation: 28 calendar days per year; - 7 wellness days per year (time off) that can be used to deal with household issues, to lie down and recover without taking sick leave; - Bonuses up to $5000 for recommending successful applicants for positions in the company; - 50% payment for professional training, international conferences and meetings; - Corporate discount for English lessons; - Health benefits: up to $1,000 gross per year for self-purchase of health insurance or on doctor’s fees for yourself and close relatives (spouse, children); - Workplace organization: equipped workplace and necessary equipment provided in offices or co-working locations, reimbursement of workplace costs up to $1000 gross once every 3 years; - Internal gamified gratitude system: receive bonuses from colleagues and exchange them for merchandise, team building activities, massage certificates, etc.