Iris.la
Iris.la

Backend Developer

April 19, 2025
Full-time
Remote · Gothenburg, Västra Götaland County, Sweden
Entry level
Back-end Developer
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IRIS is looking for experienced Elixir Backend Developers to join our talented team (remotely).

About IRIS

IRIS is your personal AI-powered operating system, revolutionizing how creators, communities, and apps connect in a seamless, interactive environment. Unlike traditional platforms, IRIS is built as a tool designed to serve its users, offering complete ownership of their data, relationships, and creativity.

At its core, IRIS is the multiplayer dimension of the internet, enabling co-creation, collaboration, and innovation. It combines Artificial Specialized Intelligence (ASI) with user-centric design to provide creators with the ultimate toolkit for storytelling, engagement, and audience connection.

Think of IRIS as your Swiss Army knife for creation and interaction—a comprehensive, customizable system that saves creators time and resources, empowering them to build meaningful platforms and products effortlessly.

Responsibilities

You’ll work with a small, talented team of developers and designers, including access to an Elixir Core team member, dedicated to building top-tier products for users worldwide.

In this role, you will:

  • Design and implement scalable systems to support our co-operating platform.
  • Develop and maintain APIs while optimizing performance for seamless user experiences.
  • Ensure security best practices and collaborate with front-end developers, designers, and product managers to bring innovative features to life.
  • Contribute to empowering creators by developing tools that help them build and manage their platforms effectively.

We hire developers who are smart, pragmatic, and self-driven. We value adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to thrive in an agile environment. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our team, and we’re excited to expand our talent pool with individuals from various backgrounds and cultures.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience with Elixir and OTP, with applications deployed in production environments.
  • Interest in building highly available, resilient, and scalable systems.
  • Strong craftsmanship with a focus on code quality, maintainability, and comprehensive testing.
  • Knowledge of caching strategies, message queues, and service-oriented architectures.
  • Understanding of infrastructure setup and Linux server management.
  • Experience with deployment tooling, monitoring, alerting, data visualization, load testing, and live system debugging.
  • Strong communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
  • Proficiency in English, as IRIS operates globally.

Bonus Skills:

  • Experience with LiveView and Terraform.
  • 6+ years of production experience with Elixir and OTP.

Why Work at IRIS?

At IRIS, we’re not just building technology—we’re redefining how humans and AI interact in a creative, meaningful way. Backed by one of Europe’s top VCs, we’re on a mission to empower creators, helping them build their platforms and connect with their communities in ways that truly matter.

As part of IRIS, you’ll work with a team of world-class designers and developers who share a passion for pushing boundaries and solving real problems. Your ideas will shape our product and directly impact the future of digital interaction.

What sets us apart:

  • Purpose-Driven Innovation: Build technology that optimizes for human happiness, not just engagement metrics.
  • Creator-Centric Focus: Develop tools that empower creators to tell stories, engage audiences, and thrive.
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a close-knit team where your voice matters and creativity thrives.

Perks and Benefits:

  • Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
  • Gadget setup tailored to your needs.
  • Paid sick days, public holidays, and days off.
  • Stock options based on performance.

Join us in shaping the future of personalized AI and creator-driven innovation. Let’s make magic together at IRIS!