Senior Software Engineer (Java/Kotlin/Kafka)

Jobinhalt

Arguably building the best payments infrastructure in the world, our client is searching for aSenior Software Engineer (Java/Kotlin/Kafka) to join their outstanding Core Engineering team inMunich. Due to their unique market positioning in the ever growing payments space, they are set for high growth and innovation in the coming years.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for full software development life-cycle activities using Kotlin for our client’s core platform systems. You will work in a modern DevOps environment with CI/CD pipelines and use tools such as Docker, Kubernetes and AWS for both development and production environments.

Along with an exceptional technical ability, you must have meticulous attention to detail, a flexible approach to work – being open to learning new technologies – and always striving to make our client’s software as performant, reliable and as scalable as possible.

Technologies used: Kotlin, Kafka, Protobuf, gRPC, Kubernetes, AWS, GitLab

Responsibilities

• You will be tasked with developing scalable low-latency backend services using Kotlin and Kafka
• Test and improve performance, scalability and reliability of services
• Take ownership of all phases of the software development lifecycle (planning, design, implementation, deployment, monitoring and support)
• Apply Clean Code techniques and mentor your teammates through in-depth code reviews
• Collaborate effectively within our cross-functional teams
• Recognise and propose solutions for scaling weaknesses, performance bottlenecks and security risks
• Apply and utilise state-of-the-art CI/CD techniques

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Maths, Physics or similar related field from a top European university
• Strong knowledge of either Java, Kotlin, or Kafka
• Familiarity with working in a Unix-based environment
• Experience developing and running web services in the cloud (preferably using Docker and Kubernetes)
• Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written
• Sense of ownership and proven track record of working on projects end-to-end

Benefits

• A great salary package
• A diverse, driven and very smart team
• A highly technical/scientific environment utilising the latest tech/methodologies
• A direct influence on the company and products
• Plenty of bonus perks including a benefits package, choice of computer, drinks and snacks, language classes, company-wide networking events and outings
• Flexible working, 30 days holiday per year
• Gym membership

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Eligibility

This position is open to people already eligible for work in the EU

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