Senior Software Engineer

Principal Tech Recruiter (Software Engineering) at Wave Talent

Senior Software Engineer – € 100,000– € 140,000 + Equity – Munich (Hybrid)

The Opportunity

Join a growing technology company building backend platforms that support core workflows used daily by internal and external teams.

This role focuses on designing and maintaining well-structured backend systems that operate reliably at scale. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers on shared services and platforms that prioritise simplicity, clarity and long-term maintainability.

Rather than delivering isolated features, you’ll contribute to foundational backend components that underpin multiple products and teams across the organisation.

About the Role

They are looking for backend-focused Software Engineers to help evolve core systems that support data-driven software.

You’ll work across backend services, internal tooling and deployment workflows, helping teams build, operate and iterate on software efficiently. Engineers are encouraged to collaborate, take ownership of defined technical areas and contribute to architectural discussions.

The work combines new development with thoughtful improvement of existing systems, with a strong emphasis on reliability, readability and sustainable design.

What You’ll Be Working On 🚀

• Backend services and APIs
• Shared platform services and internal tooling
• Build, deployment and operational processes
• Systems supporting data-heavy workflows
• Improving developer experience and system quality

Skills and Experience

• Experience building and maintaining backend systems
• Strong grasp of system design and software architecture
• API and service interface design experience
• Comfortable working in cloud environments
• Focus on clean, maintainable code
• Degree beneficial but not required
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology and Engineering
• Industries: Technology, Information and Media