senior backend engineer (java/kotlin)

Budapest, Hungary

Engineering

Full-time

hybrid

Our vision is simple yet powerful: we want to create a place where engineers thrive, taking on exciting projects and using the latest technologies, free from the shackles of legacy solutions.

Thanks to the diverse range of industries we work with, our days are never boring: from world-class apps to AR solutions or even programming robots, we’ve got it all covered. We don’t just write code for our screens; rather, we develop impactful products used by millions every day: let them be large-scale public transport applications, leading fintech platforms, or storage solutions contributing to a greener future.

We are a team of 100+ engineers (Java, JavaScript, Android, iOS platforms) and QA engineers with our coding fingers at the ready working on the next big thing. We value openness, modesty, hard work, and simple yet great solutions.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: we want to create a place where engineers thrive, taking on exciting projects and using the latest technologies, free from the shackles of legacy solutions.

Your day to day will include:

Pioneering the development of a stable and scalable Java back-end from the ground up
Crafting code that adheres to the highest industry standards while ensuring seamless integration with our CI tools
Collaborating effectively within a dynamic team environment and engaging in exciting and cutting-edge tech initiatives
Bringing an architectural perspective to the planning process
Guiding and mentoring mid-level and junior developers to support their professional growth
Collaborating with and supporting the work of our Tech Leads and Architects

We'd love to meet someone who has:

Proficiency in Java ecosystem, familiarity with Java 17, 21
Kotlin is our choice of language on the JDK, so experience with it is a huge plus
Familiarity with back-end frameworks such as Spring, Micronaut, or similar technologies
A strong OOP mindset and a commitment to upholding SOLID principles
Hands-on experience with SQL or NoSQL databases
A genuine interest in staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends
A passion for writing clean code; if you're an Uncle Bob fan, you're more than welcome
Expertise in Containerization and Kubernetes (that would be a significant advantage)
Familiarity with at least one public cloud provider - our focus is on AWS, but we are also using GCP and Azure if these fit better to our needs
At least an intermediate level of English language skills since our team operates internationally

What we can offer you is:

A team of 200 on a mission to create awesome digital products
Supercharger Skill Trainings, Inhouse Training portfolio, Conference & Training Sponsorship
Opportunity to try the latest tech stacks & constant innovation
High-impact international projects from around the world
Company MacBook, Library, Personal Equipment budget, Healthcare, Personal Days
Playstation 5, unlimited beer or coffee (whichever suits you), fruit every day and snacks
A great community therefore an awesome company culture!
Cool office in the heart of Budapest

About our Budapest office

Budapest is where it all started for Supercharge - this is our headquarters and the beating heart of our company. We have local offices in several countries, but this is where the real magic happens. A buzzing, vibrant space filled with talented individuals dreaming up and delivering amazing products for our clients. This Office of the Year award-winning space is home to our legendary after-work events, and as located in the heart of the city, putting us just steps away from some of the best restaurants, cafes, and bars around.