As our new Senior Backend Engineer (f/m/d), you'll be joining a tight-knit team of passionate developers who have already made significant improvements to our platform, but we're just getting started. Your expertise will help us tackle challenging legacy code transformation while introducing modern approaches to our evolving tech ecosystem. We're looking for someone who can think strategically, contribute technically, and become an integral part of our collaborative team culture.
Maintain a security-first approach, proactively improving system protection
Evaluate trade-offs and edge cases to make sound technical decisions
Take initiative in proposing changes, especially when identifying synergies with ongoing tasks
Lead projects from a technical perspective, ensuring high-quality delivery
Conduct thorough impact and risk assessments
Perform performance analyses and resolve bottlenecks
Supplementary responsibilities
Advocates for personal development, both own growth and supporting peers
Actively identifies and addresses change process issues, suggesting improvements
Main technologies
Backend Development: Java, Spring Framework
Testing: JUnit 4/5
Database: MySQL
Infrastructure & Deployment: Docker
Frontend: Apache Wicket
Additional Languages & Scripting: Kotlin, Python, Shell scripting
5+ years of professional development experience
Strong knowledge of Spring Framework and Java
Familiarity with transitioning legacy applications to modern architectures
Solid understanding of software engineering principles and patterns
Experience with automated testing
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal
Most importantly: passion for technology and a collaborative mindset
Mentors peers in technical matters (in particular in code quality and architecture)
Communicate clearly with stakeholders (in particular non-technical ones)
With over 25 years of experience and the dynamic spirit of a start-up, the ITA Logistics Group offers you an international, fast-paced, and at the same time family-like working environment. Under our brands LetMeShip and ParcelParcel, we develop tailored shipping solutions for our customers – individual, efficient, and digital. But it’s not just about technology – it’s about people: People first isn’t just a motto – it’s a core part of our company culture.
Your Benefits
30 days of vacation – so you can truly recharge
Flexible working hours & hybrid work – for a healthy work-life balance
Transparent working hours – time tracking and overtime compensation
Subsidized Deutschlandticket or parking garage allowance – your choice
SpenditCard with €50 monthly credit – for those everyday perks
Company pension plan – we care about your future
Corporate Benefits Program – exclusive discounts at top brands and partners
Fürstenberg Institute – professional support when life gets challenging
Workation opportunities – work wherever you feel most productive
Your Start
A structured onboarding process ensures that you feel confident and well-supported from day one. You'll receive comprehensive training and get to know our processes and your team step by step. This way, you can fully focus on your new responsibilities and unlock your potential.
You can find more information on our careers page.