(Senior) Backend Engineer (m/f/o)

Job ID: 1941

At Thieme, we’re kicking off the formation of several new development teams that will not only develop software but also actively help shape the digital future of medicine and healthcare. Take this opportunity to be part of it from the very beginning and lay the foundation that will form the backbone of our digital products. As a Backend Software Engineer (m/f/d), you’ll be part of an agile environment where you’ll be responsible for complex, data-driven services—from products for doctors, students, nurses, and laypeople to authentication systems. These are at the heart of our digital offerings and are crucial to our success. As part of our Engineering Org, you’ll embed your expertise deeply within the company, support us on our journey toward becoming a true product organization, and help us create innovative solutions. That’s why we’re looking for you!

Thieme is a leading supplier of information and services contributing to the improvement of healthcare and health. Employing more than 1,000 staff, the family‑owned company develops products and services in digital and other media for the medical and chemistry sectors. Operating internationally with offices in 11 cities worldwide, the Thieme Group works closely with a strong network of experts and partners. The products and services are based on the high‑quality content of Thieme's 200 journals and 4,400 books. With solutions for professionals, Thieme supports relevant information processes in research, education, and patient care. Medical students, physicians, nurses, allied health specialists, hospitals, health insurance companies and others interested in health and healthcare are at the focus of Thieme's activities. The mission of the Thieme Group is to provide these markets with precisely the information, services, and products they need in their specific work situation and career.

Bereich: Information Technology

Start: as soon as possible

Vertragsdauer: permanent

Arbeitszeit: Full‑time (40h/week)

Your new passion

• Take ownership of the full development lifecycle from concept to production, including operations and continuous improvement of our services.
• Actively spar with your peers and the Product Manager to challenge ideas, refine solutions, and deliver maximum value.
• Mentor and support junior and less experienced colleagues to help them grow and succeed in their engineering journey.
• Thrive in a modern product team setup, working within a product operating model and contributing to outcome-driven development.
• Bring an open mind to new ideas, challenge assumptions constructively, and focus on solving real customer problems with impactful solutions.

You inspire us with this

Tech-Stack: Kotlin · Spring Boot · Cloud Native · GitLab CI/CD · Infrastructure as Code · Grafana Stack · preferably Keycloak

• Several years of hands‑on experience building backend systems with Kotlin and Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of scalable, maintainable architecture and best practices in backend engineering.
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams within a product‑oriented organization.
• Passion for clean code, quality, and continuous improvement in both technology and ways of working.
• A proactive mindset combined with strong communication skills and a drive to make a meaningful impact.

What we offer you

• With the option of flexitime (40 hours/week for full‑time employees) and mobile working within Germany, you can organise your own individual way of working.
• Use state‑of‑the‑art hardware, which we will of course provide you with.
• Become part of a family‑run, internationally active company – accompany our digital transformation and actively help shape the future of healthcare.
• Support pioneering innovations in the field of digitalisation and set new standards together with us.
• Experience a new work culture of participation – we focus on empowerment and respectful interaction with one another.
• Benefit from individualised offers from the Thieme.ACADEMY that promote your strengths and drive your personal development.
• You can also take advantage of our wide range of health and sports programmes.

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