Backend Engineer - New Grad

About the Role

We are looking for a Jr Backend Developer to join our team as part of Cherry’s New Grad Program. You’ll contribute to real product development from day one, supported by a dedicated mentor and peer buddy. If you’re passionate about building backend systems, APIs, and scalable infrastructure—we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend APIs and services
• Work with product, frontend, and DevOps teams to ship end-to-end features
• Write clean, testable, and maintainable code using modern frameworks
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
• Contribute to debugging, optimizing, and improving existing systems
• Learn and grow under the guidance of experienced engineers

Requirements

• Graduated at latest 2025 from Computer Engineering or a related departments
• Strong academic background
• Hands-on experience in at least one backend language (Node.js, Python, Java, or Go)
• Basic understanding of APIs, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and server-side logic
• Internship or part-time experience in backend development
• Strong communication skills in Turkish and English
• Bonus: GitHub projects, hackathon participation, or open-source contributions

Perks & Benefits

• Monthly net salary starting from $2,000
• All-expenses-covered annual Cherry retreats (Turkey & U.S.)
• Private, all-inclusive health insurance
• Stock options as part of our long-term growth plan
• Remote-first team with a collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Annual learning & development budget
• One-time home-office setup allowance to create a comfortable remote workspace

P.S: Interview Process will be held in English.