Java Backend Developer
Java Backend Developer Vacancy
📍 Location: Amersfoort, The Netherlands
On behalf of our client, we are looking for medior java backend developers
About the Role:
As a Java Backend Developer, you will be an integral part of a forward-thinking team that thrives on creativity and innovative problem-solving. You will have the exciting opportunity to shape the future of mobility in the Netherlands, influencing how people travel today and tomorrow.
Your role will involve contributing to the architecture and quality of our systems by designing, programming, and implementing backend applications. But it doesn’t stop there, your impact will extend to testing, managing, and continuously improving these systems to ensure they run smoothly.You’ll take ownership of maintaining high code quality through code reviews and automated testing, and you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the smooth launch of new features.
In this role, you will do more than just complete tasks, you will actively shape the trajectory of our services. You will bring forward creative solutions to make sustainable shared transport even more accessible and user-friendly. Collaborating with your team, you will put these ideas into practice, all while ensuring that team spirit remains at the heart of everything we do.Here, every voice matters, and we value the collective energy and ideas that drive us forward.
About our client
Our client is an innovative and dynamic start-up founded by PON and NS, revolutionizing mobility in the Netherlands. Going beyond traditional cars and public transport, they are creating mobility hubs where customers can easily share a diverse range of vehicles from electric cars to e-bikes, city bikes, and cargo bikes.Every day, the team works passionately to expand, enhance, and make their services even more accessible. The organization embraces a flat structure, allowing everyone to contribute to the strategy, collaborate on the next steps, and come up with creative, practical solutions.
This collaborative environment is key to driving the company’s continuous growth and success.
Requirements
We’re looking for a dedicated team player who thrives in both collaborative and independent work environments. While Dutch-speaking candidates are preferred, we welcome English-speaking candidates as well.- The ideal candidate will bring at least 3 years of experience as a Backend Java Developer and will be familiar with our tech stack, including Java 17, Microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, gRPC, and GraphQL.
- You should have a strong affinity for working with complex systems, and be eager to collaborate with your colleagues to design and oversee the architecture of these systems. Quality is paramount, and you take full ownership of the results you deliver.
- With a natural problem-solving ability, you’re someone who isn’t afraid to take initiative—no challenge is too big for you, and you're comfortable working on large-scale applications.
Benefits
What We Offer You:
- A challenging and rewarding role within a dynamic, promising start-up!
- A fun and enthusiastic team that fosters collaboration and creativity.
- A place in a passionate organization that values both hard work and enjoying the journey.
- Competitive salary with excellent secondary benefits.
- Generous pension contributions and support for your health insurance.
- 25 vacation days, plus 6 ADV days and 8% vacation pay for well-deserved time off.
- A public transport card to make commuting and business trips hassle-free.
- Training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally.
- Plenty of challenge and personal responsibility in a complex, fast-paced environment.
- Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model—work 1 day in the office with your team, and choose where to work the other days (from home or at the office).
- The chance to work on a code base with a strong focus on high-quality code and comprehensive integration tests to ensure excellent results.