Senior Backend Engineer - Cruise

At Kpler, we are dedicated to helping our clients navigate complex markets with ease. By simplifying global trade information and providing valuable insights, we empower organisations to make informed decisions in commodities, energy, and maritime sectors.

Since our founding in 2014, we have focused on delivering top-tier intelligence through user-friendly platforms. Our team of over 850 experts from 69 countries works tirelessly to transform intricate data into actionable strategies, ensuring our clients stay ahead in a dynamic market landscape. Join us to leverage cutting-edge innovation for impactful results and experience unparalleled support on your journey to success.

About the Role

As a Senior Backend Engineer within our Maritime domain, you will lead the backend architecture and streaming services that process high-volume vessel tracking, port intelligence, and maritime trade flows. Working with core technologies including Python, PHP, Kafka, PostgreSQL, and ClickHouse, you will design scalable, highly available systems that transform raw maritime telemetry into real-time actionable insights for global shipping and commodity markets. Operating with high autonomy under a "you build it, you run it" engineering culture, you will play a crucial role in modernizing core services, elevating technical standards, and collaborating with cross-functional partners and client-facing technical teams.