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Backend Developer & Data Detective

applike group

applike group

201-500 employees

Builds independent app-focused companies for publishers

No salary listed

Hamburg, Germany

Hybrid

Three core office days per week in hybrid setup.

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
MySQL
Git
SQL
Java
Postgres
C#
AWS
Go
REST APIs
Data Analysis
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • The candidate is currently enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
  • The candidate has experience with some backend language such as Node.js, C#, or Java and a strong interest in learning Go (Golang).
  • The candidate has a track record of past projects that they can demonstrate and discuss.
  • The candidate has very good understanding and proficiency in SQL (joins, aggregations, query optimization) and exposure to relational databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL.
  • The candidate is familiar with REST APIs and backend concepts.
  • The candidate is familiar with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure.
  • The candidate has an understanding of Git and continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines.
  • The candidate possesses an analytical mindset and attention to detail.
  • The candidate has solid communication skills and the ability to work in a team.
Responsibilities
  • Support the development and maintenance of backend services using Go (Golang).
  • Write SQL queries for data analysis.
  • Assist in building and maintaining data pipelines and integrations.
  • Collaborate with BI/data teams to deliver insights.
  • Help improve data quality, validation, and monitoring processes.
  • Document technical solutions and data workflows.

AppLike Group builds and manages a portfolio of independent companies that provide specialized tools for mobile app publishers, including advertising networks, mobile games, and growth automation platforms. These products work by leveraging shared technology and data across the group to help developers acquire users, monetize apps through rewarded gameplay, and automate marketing strategies. Unlike traditional software firms, AppLike Group operates as a "company builder," launching autonomous businesses like adjoe and Sunday that focus on specific niches while benefiting from a central pool of knowledge. The company's goal is to provide a complete ecosystem of solutions that help app publishers scale their businesses and increase revenue in the global app market.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$110M

Headquarters

Hamburg, Germany

Founded

2015

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What believers are saying

  • justDice's rewarded gaming aligns with 2025 shift toward engagement-based monetization over traditional ads.
  • adjoe's premium video ad formats capture higher CPM rates in fragmented global mobile ad market.
  • justtrack automates user acquisition, addressing industry shift toward programmatic growth optimization for publishers.

What critics are saying

  • Google Privacy Sandbox blocks third-party SDK trackers, crippling justtrack's automation and slashing retention.
  • Unity and IronSource-Microsoft consolidation erode adjoe's market share through integrated, superior ad solutions.
  • EU DMA fines target Sunday's addictive mechanics with €50M penalties, forcing monetization redesigns.

What makes applike group unique

  • Vertically integrated company builder covering full mobile app value chain from monetization to growth.
  • justDice leads rewarded gaming with 50M+ users, capturing engagement-based monetization trend.
  • Shared infrastructure across adjoe, justDice, Sunday, justtrack enables rapid scaling and operational efficiency.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Mental Health Support

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

0%