Software Engineer - Backend Java (m/f/d)

As a Software Engineer - Backend Java at SIXT, you will design and develop end-to-end distributed systems, mainly using Java and Spring Boot. You'll work on building cloud-native applications, maintain documentation, participate in code reviews, and ensure scalable and resilient software solutions.

To succeed as a Software Engineer - Backend Java at SIXT, you need to have solid experience in Java and Spring Boot, along with a background in cloud-native applications, AWS services, Kubernetes, and microservices architecture. Familiarity with event-driven platforms and critical thinking skills are essential.

You can apply for the Software Engineer - Backend Java position at SIXT by submitting your resume and cover letter through our career portal. Ensure your application highlights your experience with Java and any relevant project work related to scalable systems.

Working at SIXT as a Software Engineer - Backend Java comes with numerous benefits including 28 days of vacation, a flexible working model, private health insurance, training programs, and access to various employee discounts on SIXT services.

At SIXT, you can expect a collaborative, supportive, and innovative work culture. Our team focuses on knowledge sharing, continuous feedback, and personal growth, making it an enriching environment for all employees.

The technology stack for the Software Engineer - Backend Java role at SIXT includes Java, Spring Boot, cloud-native solutions, AWS, Kubernetes, and tools for microservices architecture. Familiarity with event-driven platforms like Kafka or RabbitMQ is essential.

Yes, SIXT offers a hybrid working model that allows for flexibility in work location. As a Software Engineer - Backend Java, you'll have the option to work both remotely and from the office, depending on your needs.

In your response, detail specific projects where you've used Java and Spring Boot. Highlight any challenges you overcame, specific functionalities you implemented, and how you ensured code quality through testing and best practices.

Share examples of distributed systems you've designed. Discuss the architecture choices you made, including technology selection, scalability considerations, and how you handled failures or outages in your systems.

Discuss any AWS services you've utilized, such as EC2, S3, or Lambda. Explain how you integrated these services into your applications, including any cost optimization strategies you employed.

Emphasize the importance of constructive feedback during code reviews and give examples of how you have facilitated knowledge sharing sessions or documentation practices in your past experiences.

Describe a project that posed significant challenges, detailing how you overcame them, what technologies you used, and the ultimate impact of your work on the project or team.

Explain the microservices architecture, including its advantages such as improved scalability, maintainability, and team autonomy. Share any experience you have in developing or deploying microservices.

Share your knowledge of event-driven architecture, its benefits, and any practical experiences you have with message brokers like Kafka or RabbitMQ. Illustrate how you've implemented or designed such systems.

Discuss your strategies for task prioritization and time management, including any tools or methodologies you use (like Agile or Kanban) to ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality.

Explain how you view feedback as an opportunity for growth. Share examples of how you've used feedback to improve your work or how you have provided constructive feedback to peers.

Express your enthusiasm for the opportunities present at SIXT, including the innovative projects, the collaborative work environment, and your eagerness to contribute to their mission of revolutionizing mobility services.