Senior Software Engineer — Data Products

🏢 Summary: Senior individual contributor role providing technical leadership for a Data Platform, defining architecture and driving engineering excellence across data, platform and infrastructure domains. The position focuses on building scalable, reliable and well-governed data solutions supporting analytics, AI and business-critical products. It involves mentoring engineers and shaping standards, tooling and automation within a cloud-native environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Proven experience as Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer or equivalent senior IC role, Strong background in data platforms and distributed systems, Experience with cloud-native architectures, Expertise in AWS and infrastructure as code, Experience building scalable data solutions, Knowledge of data lake or lakehouse architectures, Experience with batch and streaming processing, Knowledge of data quality, governance and observability tools 📃 Skills: AWS, Terraform, Kafka, MSK, Airflow, Glue, Spark, Iceberg, Datadog, DBT, AI, Cloud, Data, Infrastructure 🏢 Description: Who we are At The Stepstone Group, we have a simple yet very important mission: The right job for everyone. Using our data, platform, and technology, we create opportunities for job seekers and companies around the world to find a perfect match, in a fair and equitable way. With over 20 brands across 30+ countries, we strive for fair and unbiased hiring. At our Tech Hub, located near Wilanowska Metro, we are here as more than 300 ambitious specialists who work on the development of our IT products. We are proud to be part of The Stepstone Group, a global expert in job-tech platforms and e-recruiting. Join our team of 3,000+ employees and be part of reshaping the labour market and becoming the world’s leading job-tech platform. The job at a glance Join our team and you’ll be responsible for providing technical leadership for our Data Platform team, defining technical direction and driving architectural decisions across data, platform and infrastructure domains. Working in the Data Platform department you will build scalable, reliable and well-governed data platform capabilities that support analytics, AI and business-critical products, while collaborating closely with Engineering Managers, Product Managers and Enterprise Architects. This is so important to us. By joining our team, you will be playing a vital role as together we reimagine the labour market to make it work for everybody. Your responsibilities Define and evolve the technical vision, roadmap and architecture of the Data Platform, driving decisions across data, platform and infrastructure domains Establish engineering standards, best practices and reusable patterns while partnering with Enterprise Architecture and influencing technical direction Drive engineering excellence by improving code quality, testing, observability, reliability and operational practices Support end-to-end delivery by guiding teams through complex technical challenges, improving decision-making, and contributing to planning and risk management Mentor engineers, grow senior technical capabilities and champion AI-assisted development and engineering automation Your skills and qualifications Proven experience as a Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer or in an equivalent senior individual contributor leadership role Strong background in data platforms, distributed systems and cloud-native architectures, with experience shaping technical direction across teams and stakeholders Solid expertise in relevant technologies such as AWS, Terraform, Kafka/MSK, Airflow, Glue or Spark, and building scalable data solutions Experience with modern data ecosystems including data lakes/lakehouse architectures, Iceberg or similar table formats, as well as batch and streaming processing Knowledge of data quality, governance, cataloguing and observability tools (e.g. Datadog), with DBT or AI-assisted engineering practices as a plus Your benefits We’re a community here that cares as much about your life outside work as how you feel when you’re with us. Because your job shouldn’t take over your life, it should enrich it. Here are some of the benefits we offer: Premium medical and dental care Life insurance Flex Benefits - Worksmile Cafeteria System (Multisport, vouchers, tickets etc.) Employee Referral Program Hackathons, Knowledge Sharing Hours, In-house projects Tech and sport communities Events and integration parties Charity initiatives, 2 extra volunteer days English/German classes Game room and chillout zone Our commitment Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at The Stepstone Group are critical to our success as a global company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

🏢 Summary: Backend Engineer role in Team Mélange focused on building and operating AI- and rule-based parsing and normalization services that transform unstructured job and CV data into structured signals. The position involves developing scalable backend systems and event-driven data pipelines consumed as APIs across the organization. You will own services end-to-end, ensuring quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. 🗂️ Requirements: Proficiency in Java and/or Python, Experience with backend service and API development, Knowledge of distributed systems, Experience with event-driven architectures, Experience with Kafka, Ability to design, test, deploy, and monitor services, Experience with automated testing 📃 Skills: Java, Python, Kafka, APIs, Microservices, DistributedSystems, EventDrivenArchitecture, AutomatedTesting 🏢 Description: Company Description At The Stepstone Group, we have a simple yet very important mission: The right job for everyone. Using our data, platform, and technology, we create opportunities for job seekers and companies around the world to find a perfect match, in a fair and equitable way. With over 20 brands across 30+ countries, we strive for fair and unbiased hiring. At our Tech Hub, located near Wilanowska Metro, we are more than 300 ambitious specialists working on the development of our IT products. We are proud to be part of The Stepstone Group, a global expert in job-tech platforms and e-recruiting. Join our team of 4,000+ employees and be part of reshaping the labour market and becoming the world’s leading job-tech platform. Job Description The job at a glance Team Mélange builds AI- and rule-based parsing and normalization solutions that turn unstructured job and CV data into structured signals used across the Stepstone marketplace. Our services are consumed as APIs by teams across the organisation. Join our team and you’ll help build, scale, and operate these services. Working in the Mélange team you will contribute to backend systems that power data processing across the organisation, working closely with engineers across multiple domains. This is so important to us. By joining our team, you will play a vital role as we reimagine the labour market to make it work for everybody. Your responsibilities Build and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and Python Work on event-driven data pipelines based on Kafka Take ownership of services end-to-end: design, testing, deployment, monitoring, and iteration Ensure code quality, including writing and maintaining automated tests Collaborate with Software Engineers, ML Engineers, and a Product Manager in a distributed, international team Qualifications Your skills and qualifications You write clean, testable backend code in Java and/or Python You are comfortable working with distributed systems and event-driven architectures (or willing to grow in this area) You take ownership of services across their full lifecycle You care about code quality, including automated testing You have a pragmatic mindset and focus on delivering working solutions 👉 You don’t need to tick every box to apply – we value different perspectives and are happy to support your growth in areas that are new to you. Additional Information Software/Hardware Mac/Dell laptop Windows/macOS system 2 monitors (24", 27", or 32") Adjustable desks Slack + Teams Atlassian tools: JIRA, Confluence Your benefits We’re a community that cares as much about your life outside work as how you feel when you’re with us. Because your job shouldn’t take over your life — it should enrich it. Here are some of the benefits we offer: Premium medical and dental care Life insurance Flex Benefits – Worksmile Cafeteria System (Multisport, vouchers, tickets, etc.) Employee Referral Program Hackathons, Knowledge Sharing Hours, In-house projects Tech and sport communities Events and integration parties Charity initiatives and 2 extra volunteer days English/German classes Game room and chillout zone Our commitment Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at The Stepstone Group are critical to our success as a global company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

🏢 Summary: The role focuses on integrating security tools with DevOps pipelines and cloud infrastructure while leveraging AI coding agents and Model Context Protocol (MCP) to automate workflows and enhance security governance. You will build backend integrations, APIs, and cloud-based applications to support SOC, GRC, and AppSec teams, embedding security into CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code. The position combines DevSecOps, AI-driven automation, and security data engineering to deliver intelligent reporting and secure development processes. 🗂️ Requirements: Experience integrating security tools with DevOps pipelines, Hands-on experience with AI coding agents and MCP or similar LLM tool-integration frameworks, Strong knowledge of AWS and Azure cloud platforms, Experience with container orchestration technologies, Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting, Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or CloudFormation, Ability to build security dashboards and reporting solutions, Experience collaborating with SOC, GRC, and AppSec teams 📃 Skills: Python, Go, Bash, PowerShell, Java, Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS, Azure, GitHub, Bamboo, Bitbucket, MCP, Grafana, Kibana, WIZ, SentinelOne, Obsidian, CI/CD, DevSecOps, IaC, Docker, Kubernetes 🏢 Description: Who we are At The Stepstone Group, we have a simple yet very important mission: The right job for everyone. Using our data, platform, and technology, we create opportunities for job seekers and companies around the world to find a perfect match, in fair and equitable way. With over 20 brands across 30+ countries, we strive for fair and unbiased hiring. At our Tech Hub, located near Wilanowska Metro, we are here as more than 300 ambitious specialists who work on the development of our IT products. We are proud to be part of The Stepstone Group, a global expert in job-tech platforms and e-recruiting. Join our team of 4,000+ employees and be part of reshaping the labour market and becoming the world’s leading job-tech platform. Job Description Join our team and you’ll be responsible for integrating security tools with our technology stack and CI/CD pipelines, while leveraging AI coding agents and the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to automate workflows and accelerate development. Working in the Security Engineering / DevSecOps department you will support SOC, GRC, and AppSec teams by building intelligent integrations, automating security data processing, and delivering insightful reporting dashboards. This is so important to us. By joining our team, you will be playing a vital role as together we reimagine the labour market to make it work for everybody. Your Responsibilities Develop, optimize, and maintain backend integrations using modern scripting languages and AI coding agents to accelerate delivery and prototyping. Design and implement APIs and cloud-based applications for the GRC department, including building and maintaining MCP servers/tools that securely expose internal security data and APIs to AI agents. Integrate security solutions into CI/CD pipelines to enhance governance, ensuring AI-generated code is automatically scanned and validated. Leverage data to support IT-GRC risk reporting, using AI agents to parse and structure complex security logs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and continuous improvement across platforms and workflows. Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation, contributing to internal modules and embedding security-by-design principles into AI-driven templates and automation. Qualifications Strong experience integrating security tooling with DevOps pipelines and infrastructure automation, including collaboration with SOC, GRC, and AppSec teams to deliver automated workflows and reporting. Experience working alongside AI coding agents and familiarity with the Model Context Protocol (MCP) or similar frameworks for extending LLM capabilities with external tools and data sources. Solid knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and container orchestration technologies. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and Bash for automating tasks, processes, and building security data pipelines. Experience building dashboards and reports for security data visualization and metrics, with the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments. Additional Information Technology Stack 💻 AI & Tooling: AI Coding Agents , Model Context Protocol (MCP) ecosystems Languages: Python / Go / Bash / PowerShell / Java Infrastructure: Terraform CI/CD: GitHub / Bamboo / Bitbucket Cloud: AWS / Azure Security: WIZ, SentinelOne, Obsidian, etc. Observability: Grafana / Kibana Your benefits We’re a community here that cares as much about your life outside work as how you feel when you’re with us. Because your job shouldn’t take over your life, it should enrich it. Here are some of the benefits we offer: Premium medical and dental care Life insurance Flex Benefits - Worksmile Cafeteria System (Multisport, vouchers, tickets etc.) Employee Referral Program Hackathons, Knowledge Sharing Hours, In-house projects Tech and sport communities Events and integration parties Charity initiatives, 2 extra volunteer days English/German classes Game room and chillout zone Our commitment Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at The Stepstone Group are critical to our success as a global company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

🏢 Summary: Senior Data Platform Engineer role focused on designing, building, and operating scalable, highly available data persistence systems for distributed services. The position combines backend engineering, platform reliability, and cloud-native data infrastructure to improve performance, scalability, and observability of global data ecosystems. Hybrid work model with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years of software engineering experience in production systems, Strong backend engineering skills (Python, Java, or Kotlin), Experience with large-scale, data-intensive systems, Solid understanding of distributed systems fundamentals, Experience in cloud environments (AWS preferred), Experience with relational or NoSQL databases, Hands-on experience with large-scale data pipelines, Experience with event-driven or streaming architectures, Understanding of end-to-end data flow (ingestion, transformation, storage, access), Experience designing scalable and reliable data systems 📃 Skills: Python, Java, Kotlin, Kafka, Spark, PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, AWS, Terraform, ETL 🏢 Description: We are hiring on behalf of our client, a global innovator in fitness and wellness technology. Their mission is to empower people to live fit, strong, long, and happy lives by delivering integrated experiences to millions of members anytime, anywhere. We are looking for a Senior Data Platform Engineer to join the Datastores team. This team is responsible for building and operating the core data persistence layer used by application services across the organization. In this role, you will design and improve the systems that store, access, and scale critical data across distributed services. It is a hands-on engineering position where you will work at the intersection of backend engineering, platform reliability, and cloud-native data infrastructure. Your work will directly influence the scalability, performance, and reliability of the company’s global data ecosystem. Key takeaways: Stack: Python, Kafka, Spark, PostgreSQL, AWS Salary: 23.000 - 30 000 PLN gross per month on Employment Contract Working model: hybrid - 3x weekly from the office Location: ul. Grzybowska 60, Warsaw Recruitment process: A call with Motife recruiter (30 min) Coding Interview (1h) Interview panel: architecture & system design discussion; Hiring Manager meeting (up to 2h in total) Responsibilities: Data Infrastructure Engineering Design, build, and operate backend systems that rely on scalable and highly available data persistence layers. Contribute to architectural decisions around distributed data systems, multi-region persistence, and global scalability. Improve the reliability and performance of production datastores used by critical services. Data Performance & Optimization Partner with service teams to improve database schema design, query performance, and data modelling. Optimize data access patterns and indexing strategies for relational and NoSQL databases. Support teams in designing systems that scale efficiently under high load. Developer Experience & Platform Tooling Build and maintain self-service tooling that enables engineers to provision and manage databases and caching layers. Contribute to infrastructure automation using tools such as Terraform and internal developer platforms. Improve observability and operational insight into datastore performance and reliability. Platform Reliability & Observability Implement monitoring, metrics, and tracing strategies to improve visibility into production data systems. Develop autoscaling and performance optimization strategies for critical data infrastructure. Support operational excellence by reducing manual processes and improving system resilience. Requirements: Technical Expertise 5+ years of experience in software engineering, building and operating production systems Strong backend engineering fundamentals (e.g. Python, Java, or Kotlin) Experience working with large-scale, data-intensive systems Solid understanding of distributed systems fundamentals (e.g. scalability, latency, reliability, data consistency) Experience working in cloud environments (preferably AWS) Familiarity with relational or NoSQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch) Data Systems & Architecture Hands-on experience with large-scale data pipelines and data processing systems Exposure to event-driven architectures, streaming or batch processing (e.g. Kafka, Spark, ETL workflows) Understanding of end-to-end data flow: ingestion (how data enters the system) transformation (how it is processed) storage & access (how other services consume it) Experience designing systems where data performance, scalability, and reliability are critical Collaboration & Engineering Mindset Ability to work cross-functionally with service teams to improve system design and data access patterns. Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability. Clear communication skills and a collaborative engineering approach. What we offer: 100% paid medical care Multisport Creative tax (KUP) Home office allowance MacBook Pro Apply now If you’re excited about building developer platforms that scale, empower teams, and set new standards for engineering excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via our careers page and please submit your CV in English .

🏢 Summary: Senior Data Platform Engineer role focused on designing, building, and operating scalable, highly available data persistence systems for distributed services. The position combines backend engineering, cloud-native infrastructure, and data platform reliability to improve performance and scalability of global data systems. It is a hands-on role working with large-scale data pipelines, streaming, and cloud environments. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years of software engineering experience in production systems, Strong backend programming skills in Python, Java, or Kotlin, Experience with large-scale, data-intensive systems, Solid understanding of distributed systems fundamentals, Experience with cloud environments, preferably AWS, Experience with relational or NoSQL databases, Hands-on experience with large-scale data pipelines, Experience with event-driven architectures or streaming systems, Understanding of end-to-end data flow and data modeling, Experience designing scalable and reliable data systems, Experience with infrastructure automation tools 📃 Skills: Python, Java, Kotlin, Kafka, Spark, PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, AWS, Terraform, ETL 🏢 Description: We are hiring on behalf of our client, a global innovator in fitness and wellness technology. Their mission is to empower people to live fit, strong, long, and happy lives by delivering integrated experiences to millions of members anytime, anywhere. We are looking for a Senior Data Platform Engineer to join the Datastores team. This team is responsible for building and operating the core data persistence layer used by application services across the organization. In this role, you will design and improve the systems that store, access, and scale critical data across distributed services. It is a hands-on engineering position where you will work at the intersection of backend engineering, platform reliability, and cloud-native data infrastructure. Your work will directly influence the scalability, performance, and reliability of the company’s global data ecosystem. Key takeaways: Stack: Python, Kafka, Spark, PostgreSQL, AWS Salary: 23.000 - 30 000 PLN gross per month on Employment Contract Working model: hybrid - 3x weekly from the office Location: ul. Grzybowska 60, Warsaw Recruitment process: A call with Motife recruiter (30 min) Coding Interview (1h) Interview panel: architecture & system design discussion; Hiring Manager meeting (up to 2h in total) Responsibilities: Data Infrastructure Engineering Design, build, and operate backend systems that rely on scalable and highly available data persistence layers. Contribute to architectural decisions around distributed data systems, multi-region persistence, and global scalability. Improve the reliability and performance of production datastores used by critical services. Data Performance & Optimization Partner with service teams to improve database schema design, query performance, and data modelling. Optimize data access patterns and indexing strategies for relational and NoSQL databases. Support teams in designing systems that scale efficiently under high load. Developer Experience & Platform Tooling Build and maintain self-service tooling that enables engineers to provision and manage databases and caching layers. Contribute to infrastructure automation using tools such as Terraform and internal developer platforms. Improve observability and operational insight into datastore performance and reliability. Platform Reliability & Observability Implement monitoring, metrics, and tracing strategies to improve visibility into production data systems. Develop autoscaling and performance optimization strategies for critical data infrastructure. Support operational excellence by reducing manual processes and improving system resilience. Requirements: Technical Expertise 5+ years of experience in software engineering, building and operating production systems Strong backend engineering fundamentals (e.g. Python, Java, or Kotlin) Experience working with large-scale, data-intensive systems Solid understanding of distributed systems fundamentals (e.g. scalability, latency, reliability, data consistency) Experience working in cloud environments (preferably AWS) Familiarity with relational or NoSQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch) Data Systems & Architecture Hands-on experience with large-scale data pipelines and data processing systems Exposure to event-driven architectures, streaming or batch processing (e.g. Kafka, Spark, ETL workflows) Understanding of end-to-end data flow: ingestion (how data enters the system) transformation (how it is processed) storage & access (how other services consume it) Experience designing systems where data performance, scalability, and reliability are critical Collaboration & Engineering Mindset Ability to work cross-functionally with service teams to improve system design and data access patterns. Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability. Clear communication skills and a collaborative engineering approach. What we offer: 100% paid medical care Multisport Creative tax (KUP) Home office allowance MacBook Pro Apply now If you’re excited about building developer platforms that scale, empower teams, and set new standards for engineering excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via our careers page and please submit your CV in English .

🏢 Summary: Senior Data Platform Engineer role focused on designing, building, and operating scalable, highly available data persistence systems for distributed services. The position combines backend engineering, cloud-native infrastructure, and data platform reliability to support global, data-intensive applications. The engineer will enhance performance, scalability, and observability of production datastores across a multi-region environment. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years of software engineering experience in production systems, Strong backend programming skills (Python, Java, or Kotlin), Experience with large-scale, data-intensive systems, Solid understanding of distributed systems fundamentals, Experience with cloud environments, preferably AWS, Hands-on experience with relational or NoSQL databases, Experience with large-scale data pipelines and data processing systems, Experience with event-driven architectures or streaming/batch processing, Understanding of end-to-end data flow (ingestion, transformation, storage, access), Experience designing scalable, high-performance, reliable data systems 📃 Skills: Python, Java, Kotlin, Kafka, Spark, PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, AWS, Terraform, ETL 🏢 Description: We are hiring on behalf of our client, a global innovator in fitness and wellness technology. Their mission is to empower people to live fit, strong, long, and happy lives by delivering integrated experiences to millions of members anytime, anywhere. We are looking for a Senior Data Platform Engineer to join the Datastores team. This team is responsible for building and operating the core data persistence layer used by application services across the organization. In this role, you will design and improve the systems that store, access, and scale critical data across distributed services. It is a hands-on engineering position where you will work at the intersection of backend engineering, platform reliability, and cloud-native data infrastructure. Your work will directly influence the scalability, performance, and reliability of the company’s global data ecosystem. Key takeaways: Stack: Python, Kafka, Spark, PostgreSQL, AWS Salary: 23.000 - 30 000 PLN gross per month on Employment Contract Working model: hybrid - 3x weekly from the office Location: ul. Grzybowska 60, Warsaw Recruitment process: A call with Motife recruiter (30 min) Coding Interview (1h) Interview panel: architecture & system design discussion; Hiring Manager meeting (up to 2h in total) Responsibilities: Data Infrastructure Engineering Design, build, and operate backend systems that rely on scalable and highly available data persistence layers. Contribute to architectural decisions around distributed data systems, multi-region persistence, and global scalability. Improve the reliability and performance of production datastores used by critical services. Data Performance & Optimization Partner with service teams to improve database schema design, query performance, and data modelling. Optimize data access patterns and indexing strategies for relational and NoSQL databases. Support teams in designing systems that scale efficiently under high load. Developer Experience & Platform Tooling Build and maintain self-service tooling that enables engineers to provision and manage databases and caching layers. Contribute to infrastructure automation using tools such as Terraform and internal developer platforms. Improve observability and operational insight into datastore performance and reliability. Platform Reliability & Observability Implement monitoring, metrics, and tracing strategies to improve visibility into production data systems. Develop autoscaling and performance optimization strategies for critical data infrastructure. Support operational excellence by reducing manual processes and improving system resilience. Requirements: Technical Expertise 5+ years of experience in software engineering, building and operating production systems Strong backend engineering fundamentals (e.g. Python, Java, or Kotlin) Experience working with large-scale, data-intensive systems Solid understanding of distributed systems fundamentals (e.g. scalability, latency, reliability, data consistency) Experience working in cloud environments (preferably AWS) Familiarity with relational or NoSQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch) Data Systems & Architecture Hands-on experience with large-scale data pipelines and data processing systems Exposure to event-driven architectures, streaming or batch processing (e.g. Kafka, Spark, ETL workflows) Understanding of end-to-end data flow: ingestion (how data enters the system) transformation (how it is processed) storage & access (how other services consume it) Experience designing systems where data performance, scalability, and reliability are critical Collaboration & Engineering Mindset Ability to work cross-functionally with service teams to improve system design and data access patterns. Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability. Clear communication skills and a collaborative engineering approach. What we offer: 100% paid medical care Multisport Creative tax (KUP) Home office allowance MacBook Pro Apply now If you’re excited about building developer platforms that scale, empower teams, and set new standards for engineering excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via our careers page and please submit your CV in English .

🏢 Summary: Senior Backend Engineer role focused on building and scaling backend systems for an AI-driven product that transforms complex government data into actionable insights. The position involves designing data ingestion, processing pipelines, and distributed infrastructure from scratch, with full ownership from architecture to production. You will work closely with a small senior team to deliver scalable, production-ready systems. 🗂️ Requirements: 6+ years of Backend Engineering experience, Experience in JVM ecosystem, Experience in product companies (B2B SaaS preferred), Experience designing and owning backend systems in production, Strong knowledge of system design and scalability, Experience building asynchronous or distributed systems, Ability to make and justify technical decisions, Fluency in English, Valid work authorization in Europe or LATAM 📃 Skills: Kotlin, Java, JVM, SQL, GCP, Messaging, Queues, DistributedSystems, SystemDesign, DataPipelines, LLMs, AI 🏢 Description: About the role We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to join our early team and help build our product from zero to one. You’ll work on a product that helps companies navigate complex government data, from contracts and grants to market signals and turn it into actionable insights using AI. On the backend side, this means working on data ingestion, processing, and the infrastructure that powers search and AI-driven workflows at scale. You’ll collaborate closely with a small, senior team and have real ownership, from shaping solutions to shipping them to production and improving them over time. You might be a fit if you: Must have: 6+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer, preferably in the JVM ecosystem (we use Kotlin on the backend) Experience working in product companies (B2B SaaS preferred) with direct impact on shipped features Experience working in small companies or startups would be a strong advantage Experience designing and owning backend systems in production (from initial design to deployment and ongoing improvements) Strong understanding of system design, including scalability, failure handling, and trade-offs Experience building asynchronous or distributed systems (e.g. messaging, queues, event-driven systems) Ability to make and justify technical decisions, not just implement given solutions Fluency in written and spoken English Nice to have: Experience with large-scale data processing, scraping, or data pipelines Experience working with LLMs / AI-related systems Experience with GCP or similar cloud environments How We Work Build Bridges to Help Customers Win - We pride ourselves on being obsessively customer-centric. Shooting Star Speed - We move with extreme speed. We value momentum, decisiveness, and the ability to accelerate when it matters. Fun Is a Feature - Fun is a Feature means we intentionally design Starbridge to be an energizing place to do hard work. Joy, humor, and camaraderie make great teams faster, sharper, and more resilient. In the Arena - We believe the best ideas come from living close to the work, feeling the friction, hearing the nuance, and experiencing the details firsthand. Benefits include: Competitive salary + early-stage equity Unlimited PTO Regular off-sites (NYC + global locations) Interview Process We move fast — really fast. Getting back to someone today beats tomorrow, and our interview process reflects that mindset. Please keep us posted on your timeline so we can move quickly and speed things up where needed. After submitting your application, the team reviews your CV and statement of exceptional work. If your application passes this stage, you will be invited to a 30-minute interview during which a member of our team will make sure you're a good fit for the role. You will have the opportunity ask questions and learn more about the role as well. We'll then send you a programming challenge that consists of two parts: LeetCode and SQL. Beyond that step, you will enter the main process, which consists of three interviews: System design exercise hands-on. Live coding in Java/Kotlin. Product thinking and past work. All interviews will be conducted via Google Meet. Eligibility to Work in Europe or LATAM: Candidates must hold valid authorization to work in the country where they will be based. At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship or assist with work permit applications.

🏢 Summary: Senior Java Software Engineer role focused on building complex, data-driven solutions for financial services within a data engineering initiative. The position involves designing and optimizing data sourcing, processing, and ingestion pipelines using modern cloud and big data technologies. You will work on mission-critical systems supporting portfolio management, investment operations, and regulatory platforms. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or relevant certification, Proficiency in Java, Proficiency in Spark, Proficiency in Python, Experience with data streaming and real-time and batch processing, Experience with CI/CD pipelines (ADO, GitHub or GitLab), Experience with TDD, Experience with cloud architecture (Azure, AWS or GCP), Experience with Hibernate and relational databases, Knowledge of software design principles 📃 Skills: Java, Spark, Python, AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks, Kubernetes, Hibernate, SQL, GitHub, GitLab, ADO, CI/CD, TDD 🏢 Description: We are looking for a Senior Java Software Engineer to join our team working on complex, data-driven solutions for the financial services domain. The role is part of a data engineering initiative focused on data sourcing, processing, and ingestion for mission-critical applications. You will contribute to projects supporting Portfolio Management, Investment Operations, Regulatory Reporting, ETF platforms, Data and Workflow Management, as well as systems used for Investment Strategy and Research. This is an excellent opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies and large-scale data platforms in a highly impactful environment. This role offers a hybrid model, with 3 days per week working from the client's office in Krakow. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java-based applications for data engineering solutions Build and optimize data sourcing, transformation, and ingestion pipelines Develop and integrate services using AWS cloud services Implement robust persistence layers using Hibernate and relational databases Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions Ensure high code quality through best practices, code reviews, and automated testing Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize performance of existing systems Contribute to architectural decisions and technical design discussions Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or relevant certification Working with modern technologies such as data streaming, real-time and batch processing; experience with Databricks and Kubernetes is advantageous Proficiency with Java, Spark and Python Significant experience with DevOps CI/CD pipelines and concepts - ADO, GitHub or Gitlab Significant experience using TDD Well versed in Cloud architecture and have delivered to one or more; Azure (preferred), AWS or GCP Experience of software design principles Worked with modern tech – data streaming, real-time & batch processing Databricks and Kubernetes We offer/Benefits We gather like-minded people: Engineering community of industry professionals Friendly team and enjoyable working environment Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually Business-driven relocation opportunities We provide growth opportunities: Outstanding career roadmap Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS) Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru English classes We cover it all: Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B) Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers) Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more Referral bonuses Corporate, social and well-being events Please, note: The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview. We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively. EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

🏢 Summary: Senior Software Engineer role focused on designing and building a next-generation, cloud-native Order Management System for airlines. The position involves developing high-scale, low-latency microservices on Google Cloud Platform to replace legacy ticketing with a modern Offer & Order ecosystem. The engineer will drive architecture, ensure software quality, and contribute to mission-critical systems processing millions of transactions daily. 🗂️ Requirements: 6+ years experience in Agile/Scrum software development, Degree in Computer Science or equivalent certification, Advanced backend development in Java, Experience with Spring and Web Services, Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform, Experience in cloud-native microservices architecture, Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures, Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Experience with containerization and orchestration, Ability to troubleshoot high-volume low-latency systems, Legal work permit in Poland 📃 Skills: Java, Spring, GCP, Microservices, REST, CI/CD, Git, Maven, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Algorithms, DataStructures, Scrum 🏢 Description: Join our global, decision-driving team based in Krakow and become a key player in fundamentally transforming the global travel industry. We are designing, building, and maintaining a next-generation, high-scale, and low-latency Order Management System for airlines. Our mission is to replace legacy ticketing with a modern, e-commerce-driven "Offer & Order" ecosystem. We develop scalable, microservice-based, and cloud-oriented architectures running on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This is a mission-critical platform where we leverage AI productivity tools to securely process millions of global transactions and support millions of traveling passengers daily. If you want to tackle complex state management, work with mature Scrum processes, and build a massive market differentiator, this journey is for you. Responsibilities: As a Senior Software Engineer, you will plan, design, develop, and test complex software systems, having a direct impact on our architectural direction. Your main duties will include: Development & Design: Developing, coding, testing, and debugging complex software solutions and new cloud-native microservices using advanced technologies. Architecture & Innovation: Actively designing prototypes, proposing architectural enhancements, and handling the complete lifecycle of dynamic travel baskets and seamless legacy system integrations. Quality & Best Practices: Encouraging high coding standards, promoting best practices, and ensuring top-tier software quality. Mentorship & Leadership: Providing technical mentorship and cultural/competency-based guidance to the team, sharing larger business/product context, and mentoring on specific tech stacks. Collaboration: Regularly interacting with architects, product managers, and technical panels to align business requirements with advanced technology. Representing the team in cross-functional and cross-team meetings. Requirements: Experience & Education: 6+ years of related professional experience in fast-paced software development within an Agile/Scrum environment. Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent professional certifications. Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Java ecosystem, including advanced backend programming, solution design, Spring, and Web Services. Strong grasp of cloud technologies, particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud-native application development. Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, and computational complexity. Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization tools (e.g., Git, Maven, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes). Proven ability to troubleshoot intricate software issues and handle high-volume, low-latency transaction systems. Communication & Personal Attributes: Excellent English communication skills (both written and verbal) for seamless daily collaboration in a global environment. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence technical decisions and gain acceptance from others in sensitive situations without damaging relationships. Self-disciplined, commitment-oriented, and passionate about continuous learning and staying up-to-date with industry trends. Must possess a legal work permit in Poland Benefits: General benefits - depends on the form of employment Hybrid work model combining office & remote work - 3 x per week work from the office Attractively located office with collaboration spaces Onsite parking space for employees Referral program with financial bonus Life Insurance Budget for development (including language courses and others), clear career path with the possibility to gain experience in international environment Access to internal Learning Platform with multiple trainings oriented for professional growth Lifestyle benefits: Access to MyBenefit platform (Multisport included) Team Building activities Charity initiatives Working environment promoting diversity and inclusion Health benefits: Private medical care - Platinum Package

🏢 Summary: Senior Software Engineer role focused on designing, building, testing, and deploying cloud-based distributed systems using modern software craftsmanship practices. The position involves end-to-end ownership of microservices-based solutions in a remote-first environment, leveraging cloud platforms and AI-assisted development tools. The offer emphasizes high-quality delivery, clean architecture, and close collaboration with stakeholders. 🗂️ Requirements: 7+ years of commercial experience with Java or Kotlin, Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, Understanding of distributed systems, Experience with event-driven architectures, Experience with microservices architecture, Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP or Azure), Experience with automated testing including acceptance and performance tests, Ability to design and deploy cloud-based systems 📃 Skills: Java, Kotlin, SQL, NoSQL, Microservices, AWS, GCP, Azure, TDD, BDD, DDD, AI, Claude, Codex 🏢 Description: We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who is hungry to deliver quality software at pace, by utilising the latest technology trends and modern Software Craftsmanship techniques. Who are we ? We are a remote-first boutique software house company formed by a group of seasoned software experts (average experience in the team is 12 years). What connected all of us, despite a long-term relationship, is a passion for building Great Software that matters. We believe in people, so this is why the key values of Shaped Thoughts are autonomy and trust. Our people have a real and direct impact on what and how we build things. We put extra effort into ensuring everyone can make a difference and grow among other experts. Qualifications: 7+ years of professional experience with Java or/and Kotlin Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL Understanding of distributed systems and event-driven architectures Microservices experience Experience with cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure) Automated testing (including acceptance tests, performance tests) Nice to have: TDD, BDD practitioner Domain Driven Design knowledge AI-assisted software development experience As a part of the team you will : Design, implement, code review, test and deploy a cloud-based systems Develop software from start to finish - you ship it, you run it! Work closely with senior stakeholders on identifying business requirements and shaping the product Deliver quality technical solutions that come from a robust design and clean architecture Build & improve software delivery process using latest tools such as Claude Code or Codex How do we work? We work as a team - all people can freely exchange knowledge and tasks, that’s why we’re looking for strong team players We believe in continuous improvement (Kaizen mindset) We’re happy to share knowledge and spend time learning our domain and new technologies We value asynchronous communication for work, however we meet in person to improve our personal relationships What do we offer ? Being a part of a strong senior team with the ability to learn and exchange knowledge Remote first work environment B2B rate 170-200 PLN / hour dependent on your level of expertise Open bounded B2B contract Recruitment process It consists of the following stages: CV screening Tech screening (45 min) Live coding session (1h) Architecture task (1h) At least one of the stages must be completed on-site in one of the major cities: Wrocław, Poznań, Katowice, Kraków, Warszawa or Gdańsk. We actively encourage AI-assisted development in our daily work. However, during recruitment we want to assess your individual skills - please don't use AI assistance unless explicitly permitted for a given stage.