PixelByte
Back-End Developer
PixelByteTurkey8 hours ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology

Back-End Developer (On-site, Ankara)


PixelByte is a fast-growing product studio building AI-powered mobile and web apps used globally. We focus on high-performance systems, seamless user experiences, and rapid prototyping with modern AI tools. We’re looking for a Back-End Developer with 3+ years of experience, based in Ankara, open to full on-site work, fluent in English and comfortable with flexible hours in a fast-paced environment to help power the next generation of our products.

What You’ll Work On

  • High-traffic API services with Node.js + Express
  • Scalable NoSQL models on Firestore / MongoDB / DynamoDB
  • Advanced backend logic in Python (OOP, threading, multiprocessing, Flask/FastAPI)
  • Secure integrations: Stripe, RevenueCat, Adapty, AI APIs, webhooks
  • Caching, rate limiting, distributed locks with Redis / Valkey
  • API security, JWT/Bearer token management, refresh-token flows, role-based access control (RBAC), and secure authentication practices
  • Basic AI pipelines using PyTorch, OpenCV, Diffusers
  • CI/CD, containerization, logging
  • Cloudflare R2 + CDN
  • Development and deployment on Google Cloud
  • Fast prototyping with AI coding agents (Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot)

What We’re Looking For

  • 3+ years of back-end development experience
  • Strong experience with Node.js & Express
  • Solid understanding of NoSQL data models
  • Deep Python knowledge (async, OOP, performance)
  • Experience with Redis / Valkey
  • Practical use of PyTorch/OpenCV/Diffusers
  • Good awareness of API security and system performance
  • Basic DevOps (Docker, logs, monitoring)
  • Familiarity with Cloudflare products
  • Knowledge of Google Cloud is a big plus
  • Experience with Clerk authentication is a plus

Nice to Have

  • Experience with LLMs or diffusion models
  • Prompt engineering or fine-tuning
  • Large-scale system experience
  • Mobile app backend architecture


What You Can Expect at PixelByte

  • Direct involvement in shaping products used by global audiences
  • Close collaboration with engineering, product, and growth teams
  • On-site teamwork in Ankara with a supportive, learning-focused culture
  • Space to experiment with AI tools and workflows forward
  • Private health insurance to support your well-being
  • Meal card provided monthly for daily comfort
  • Equipment support to ensure you have the tools you need to do your best work


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