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title: '(Senior) Backend Engineer at bunch'
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# (Senior) Backend Engineer at bunch

- **Company:** bunch
- **Location:** Portugal
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-08-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/bunch/f3847b1e-e301-4076-9cbf-f9424af6255a/application

**Skills:** TypeScript, SQL, Nest.js, Node.js, MySQL, Kubernetes, AWS, GitHub, FusionAuth, Retool, Twilio, SendGrid, Tally, System Design, Performance Tuning, React, Spring Boot, Fintech, Regulated industries, Document processing

> Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure backend services to power the private markets platform. Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to solve customer problems, improve system design, and drive the product roadmap in a fast-paced fintech environment.

## Job description

bunch https://www.bunch.capital/ is building the backbone of private markets. We are enabling next-gen fund operations with one integrated system that combines secure data infrastructure, AI-powered workflows and expert fund services. If you value ownership, growth through real responsibility, and working with a thoughtful, ambitious team, this role might be for you.

## YOUR ROLE

You will be at the core of building the technology that powers bunch. We aim to build something meaningful with high impact, not just write code. We offer you freedom and ownership to build the right solutions and influence the product roadmap.

- Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure backend services that solve real customer problems
- Collaborate with your Product Managers, by actively participating in problem discovery and solution creation by leveraging your technical expertise
- Work closely with other cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth delivery of new features and improvements
- Maximize your team’s output by enhancing functionality and proactively addressing technical debt as well as actively contributing to improving collaboration and communication

## ABOUT YOU

- To excel as a member of the Product Development team, you should combine a passion for technology with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong problem-solving skills
- You are a team player with excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic
- Proficient in backend development with TypeScript or any strongly typed language, SQL databases Nest.js or similar web/dependency management frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot)
- Strong understanding of system design principles, scalability, and performance tuning
- 5+ years of professional experience building backend systems in fast-paced environments
- Experience with fintech, highly regulated industries, or document processing is a plus
- Note: This position is open to mid-level and senior candidates; we’ll tailor responsibilities and compensation to the right level of experience depending on the outcome of the interview process.

## OUR TECH STACK

We strive to keep our technology stack as simple and efficient as possible.

- Frontend & Backend: TypeScript on both the frontend (Svelte, but moving towards React) and the backend (Node.js with Nest.js)
- Database: MySQL
- Infrastructure: Kubernetes (K8S) on top of AWS
- Source Control & CI/CD: GitHub
- Third-Party Applications:
- FusionAuth for authentication
- Retool for low-code internal frontend solutions
- Twilio and SendGrid for sending SMS and emails
- Tally for creating custom forms

## WORKPLACE & BENEFITS

- Customizable benefits package (wellbeing, sport, mobility, food, and more)
- 28 days of vacation, plus 2 company days and local public holidays
- Remote setup
- Up to 4 remote calendar weeks a year
- A great tech and work setup
- Work with a diverse team of 120+ bunchies from 40+ countries, with leaders who are best-in-class in their domains

## WHAT YOUR INTERVIEW JOURNEY WILL LOOK LIKE

- First interview with the People team (20 min): get acquainted with the bunch and to understand if what we’re offering is what you’re searching for
- Hiring Manager Interview (60 min): this conversation with an Engineering Manager will cover product-focused culture and values, including collaboration, ownership, self-awareness, and quality standards.
- Technical Interview (60 min): this interview in the form of a technical conversation with two engineers will focus on collaborative problem-solving, starting with open-ended questions and progressing to more specific challenges or short algorithm tasks.
- Final Round: Meet our VP of Engineering (45 min) to learn about ways of working, vision for bunch, and team culture.
- Meet-and-Greet (Optional - 30 min) to meet a few members of your future cross-functional team.

## About bunch

bunch is building the operating infrastructure for the next generation of private markets. We combine AI-powered automation with deep regulatory expertise to replace fragmented spreadsheets and manual processes with one integrated platform across the fund lifecycle, purpose-built for private markets heading toward $32 trillion in Assets Under Management.

We've 4x our ARR in 2025, crossed 150 fund managers and 12,000 LPs on the platform, and just closed our $35M Series B in May 2026. We're looking for ambitious people who want real ownership of hard problems, and who care about building infrastructure that actually matters to the people using it.

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At bunch, we're committed to an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and celebrated. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants.

We process personal data in line with applicable laws (including GDPR). See our Privacy Policy https://www.bunch.capital/privacy-policy for details on your rights and how to reach us.

## About bunch

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: bunch provides an all-in-one AI-native platform for fund managers to run the full lifecycle of private market funds, from investor onboarding and capital calls to fund administration, accounting, and compliance.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series A)
- **Headquarters**: Berlin, Germany (with offices in London, Amsterdam, and Luxembourg)
- **Founded**: 2021
- **Founders**: Levent Altunel and Enrico Ohnemüller

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Financial Services – specifically private markets fund operations and infrastructure.
- **Target customers**: B2B – fund managers (asset managers, general partners), institutional investors, and family offices operating in European private markets.
- **Mission or purpose**: “Building the Backbone of Private Markets” – creating a single source of truth that replaces outdated, fragmented processes with AI-native infrastructure and deep domain expertise.

## Products & Services
- **Transfer Agency**: Digitalized investor and LP workflows, capital calls, distributions, and a certified data room for private market investments.
- **Fund Accounting & Reporting**: Automated fund accounting, audit-ready books, customisable white-labelled investor reporting, and integrated tax & audit workflows.
- **Treasury**: Visibility and control over payments, handling distributions to 100+ investors at once.
- **Compliance**: In-platform compliance oversight with precise access controls, jurisdiction alignment, and expert-led regulatory support.
- **Investor Portal**: A unified portal for modern investors with simplified communications, automated workflows, and full transparency.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed.
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $8.9 million (latest)¹; Total funding of $22.9 million across two rounds².
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Cherry Ventures (led Seed round of $7.4M in 2022); FinTech Collective (led Series A of $15.5M in 2024). Additional investors include 7+ others across both rounds.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Manages 500+ investment structures for 150+ asset managers, serving 12,000+ investors.
  - Headcount of ~91 employees (+46.8% YoY; conflicting reports from Built In indicate 72 employees)³.
  - Operates in 11 European countries (including UK, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Portugal, and Russia).
  - Strong LinkedIn following growth (+5.4% monthly, +59.8% yearly).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Integrated AI-native platform**: Unlike legacy systems, bunch combines proprietary software, AI-native infrastructure, and regulated fund services into one system – not patched together but architected from the ground up.
- **Deep domain expertise**: Dedicated fund accountants and specialists work directly inside the platform, providing “expert help when you need it” alongside automation.
- **Institutional-grade security and compliance**: Compliance logic and auditability are built into the fabric of the software, not added on later.
- **Full lifecycle coverage**: From investor onboarding and capital calls to tax reporting and audit, bunch handles every stage in a single platform, reducing operational drag.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue building the backbone for European private markets, expanding the number of fund managers and asset structures, and deepening automation across fund accounting, compliance, and treasury workflows.
- Scale the platform to support the predicted $32 trillion private markets opportunity by 2030.
- Grow the team across engineering, product, and customer success roles to drive platform development and customer expansion.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values-driven environment with principles like “Own it,” “Aim for impact,” “Empower others,” “Always be curious,” and “Enjoy the ride.” Emphasizes ownership, curiosity, and teamwork.
- **Work model**: Hybrid and in-office options available (Berlin and London offices); some roles are fully remote. The company supports flexible arrangements depending on the role.
- **Engineering culture**: VP Engineering Leandro Storoli leads a team that builds cloud infrastructure, automates deployment, and ensures reliability. Engineers work on a modern fintech stack designed for scale.
- **Growth opportunity**: As a Series A company with strong metrics, employees can have outsized impact in a fast-growing market. The CEO states: “Private markets never had real infrastructure. We're building it from scratch. If that's the kind of challenge you want to own, come build with us.”
- **Perks**: Dedicated key account managers, fund specialists embedded in workflows, and a team that celebrates wins and solves hard problems together.

## Sources
1. [linkedin.com](https://uk.linkedin.com/company/bunchcapital) – Company profile, financials, employee count, funding details  
2. [bunch.capital](https://www.bunch.capital/) – Homepage with product features, statistics, and value proposition  
3. [bunch.capital/company](https://www.bunch.capital/company) – About page with mission, founders, leadership team, and values  
4. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/bunch-bunchcapital/jobs) – Job listings, office locations, employee count, and work model details

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