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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** codefield
- **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** €5,667.0 - €6,167.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Software Quality, Code Reuse, Continuous Integration, MongoDB, NoSQL, Software Architecture, Backend, Kotlin, Kubernetes, Event Sourcing, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jobbird.com/nl/vacature/24248615-senior-software-engineer

## About the Role

* A self-starter mentality, being able to take the lead on backend software projects and architectural designs.
 * A critical view; always looking for ways to further improve your own and our teams efforts.
 * A desire to work with cutting-edge tech.
 * Good communication skills; high proficiency in English and the ability to clearly and concretely express yourself.
 * An analytical mindset with an intrinsic sense of curiosity; being able to see the bigger picture and wanting to understand how things are working at all levels of the system.
 * Positivity and a 'can-do' attitude; always looking for ways to create a welcoming environment for colleagues and never shy to take action where needed.
 * Your honest opinion and an ability to provide constructive feedback to others.
 * Responsibility for our code quality and system designs.
 * A desire to share knowledge and the ability to act as a mentor to others.
 * The ambition to grow with us and have fun while doing so.

In addition, you're able to bring the following technical expertise:

 * 6+ years of experience as a Backend Software Developer, having worked on various projects and experience working with various coding styles and languages.
 * Experience of software architecture and system design.
 * Ability to write high quality modular, scalable and reusable code; you live TDD & BDD.
 * Extensive knowledge of the backend software development lifecycle.
 * Understanding of Kotlin (considered as an advantage).
 * Solid understanding of Microservices, REST APIs and Event sourcing.
 * Deep understanding of Java, Spring Frameworks, MongoDB and NoSQL.
 * Decent understanding of and experience with CI/CD, AWS, Kubernetes and Docker.
 * Experience working with agile methodologies and best practices.



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