Full Stack Engineer (100% Remote Germany)

Build and deliver the next generation of privacy-first analytics capabilities for Matomo, an open-source analytics platform. Work in a small autonomous team with the CTO and senior engineers to turn high-impact concepts into production-ready solutions. 100% remote within Germany.

• Design, prototype, and deliver new features across backend (PHP) and frontend (JavaScript) that extend Matomo’s capabilities
• Work across additional technologies where needed, including Python and Node.js
• Rapidly explore and validate new product ideas — including but not limited to AI-powered insights and analytics features
• Identify and develop innovation opportunities across analytics, visualization, integrations, and user experience
• Own ideas end-to-end, from concept through deployment
• Balance speed and quality while avoiding unnecessary over-engineering
• Operate effectively in a small, autonomous team with minimal oversight
• Proactively identify and resolve blockers to progress, escalating appropriately when support is needed
• Think beyond code — considering usability, scalability, security, and long-term product value
• Write automated tests, review code, and produce clear technical documentation
• Maintain awareness of security vulnerabilities and ensure secure implementation practices
• Stay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and product trends to bring fresh perspectives into Matomo
• Collaborate directly with Matomo’s co-founders and senior engineers using Slack, Jira, and Confluence
• Share concepts, prototypes, and learnings to spread innovation practices across the company
• Communicate ideas, rationale, and technical trade-offs clearly within a fully remote, global environment

• 3-5 years experience with backend development in PHP or Python, databases, and frontend development in JavaScript
• Proven track record of delivering features end-to-end — from concept through prototyping to production
• Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach to innovation and new technologies
• Ability to work autonomously in a small, fast-moving team while managing priorities independently
• A product-oriented mindset, translating user needs and strategic goals into practical, impactful solutions
• Comfortable balancing rapid delivery with sustainable engineering quality
• Understanding of security vulnerabilities and how to avoid them
• Experience writing automated tests, reviewing code, and producing technical documentation
• Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain ideas, rationale, and trade-offs
• Comfortable working in a fully remote, global, and agile environment

• 100% remote role (Must be based in Germany)
• 30 days paid holiday + national public holidays
• Remote office budget + home equipment supplied
• Health insurance, mental health support and a volunteering day
• Annual learning budget