Senior Backend Software Engineer – Java – Berlin – Hybrid – €80,000

Be part of a company that drives the creative industry forward.

This organisation is one of the world’s largest digital service providers in the creative sector, ensuring that artists and labels are fairly compensated whenever their work is played on radio, TV, or streaming platforms. Behind the scenes, they process massive volumes of data to make this possible quickly and efficiently.

They’re now looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their team in Berlin. You’ll play a key role in building scalable, high-performing services and applications that make sure artists get paid for their work.

Your responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and enhance REST APIs and microservices using Java/Spring Boot
• Apply test-driven development and automate tests and CI/CD processes
• Take responsibility for code quality, maintenance, and performance optimisation
• Shape new features and modules
• Contribute to the organisation’s DevOps culture and agile way of working

What you bring:

• 3+ years’ experience in web or application development in a microservices environment
• Strong background in Java and Spring Boot
• Hands-on experience with test automation and CI/CD pipelines
• Solid database knowledge (relational and NoSQL)
• German at B2 level or higher

What’s on offer:

• A meaningful role in the creative industry with plenty of freedom to shape solutions
• A supportive, collaborative team environment in agile structures
• Financial perks including travel subsidies, pension contributions, and sports memberships
• Development opportunities through training, workshops, and regular reviews
• A healthy, sustainable approach to work including “lease-a-bike” and well-being initiatives

This is a chance to join an organisation with a real impact — where your code directly supports thousands of artists worldwide.

Could this role be of interest? Interview slots are open, so apply now to secure your place.

Keywords: Java, Spring Boot, Backend Developer, Senior Software Engineer, Berlin, Hybrid, REST API, Microservices, Cloud, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Postgres, GitLab, DevOps, Reactive Programming, RabbitMQ, BPMN, Camunda