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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Back-End Software Engineer (Brussels) - **Company:** Bridge 351 - **Location:** Evere, Belgium (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Business Logic, Microsoft Azure, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, CouchDB, Data Validation, Relational Databases, Database Design, Software Debugging, Web Development, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, OAuth, Oracle (Applications), Openid Connect, Cloud Services, Swagger, JSON Web Token, Software Deployment, Subversion, Systems Integration, Web Services, Openapi, Data Logging, Freeform SQL, Data Storage Technologies, Backend, Git Flow, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Cosmos DB, Restful APIs, Splunk, Dynatrace, Serverless Computing, Docker, Legacy Systems, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=520d57aea3f96d7c ## About the Role * Proficiency in back-end languages (Java, PHP) and experience with frameworks (Spring Boot, Hibernate, Node.js). * Strong understanding of the web development cycle and programming techniques and tools. * Experience with APM tools (Dynatrace, Splunk, Elastic APM) and knowledge of OpenTelemetry for metrics, logs, and traces. * Proficiency in working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL), including writing complex SQL queries and understanding database design. * Knowledge of NoSQL document stores (MongoDB, CouchDB, CosmosDB) and understanding of consistency/performance trade-offs. * Experience with Git workflows (GitFlow, trunk-based) and understanding of legacy systems using SVN. * Experience in designing, building, and securing RESTful APIs and web services, including OpenAPI/Swagger documentation. * Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for developing and deploying applications. * Understanding of authentication and authorization protocols and standards (e.g., OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT). Certification and/or Standards * Optional: One of the following or an equivalent certification: AWS Certified Developer Associate, Microsoft Azure Developer Associate, CNCF Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD). Languages English level C1 ## Description * Development of back-end website applications. * Integration of user-facing elements developed by a front-end developers with server-side logic. * Implement core business logic. * Design and implementation of data storage solutions. * Apply data and security best practices: input validation, authentication/authorization, secure storage, compliant logging and monitoring. * Optimization of the application for maximum speed and scalability. * Design and develop APIs. * Participating in the design and creation of scalable software. * Maintenance of code integrity and organisation. * Writing clean, functional code on the back-end. * Compile and analyse data, processes, and codes to troubleshoot problems and identify areas for improvement, including setting up and querying monitoring tools. * Perform unit/integration testing, debug, fix, and validate code changes. * Deliver solutions that fulfil functional and non-functional requirements and align with user expectations. * Write technical documentation. * Basic configuration of cloud services for back-end functionality (ex: serverless functions, storage accounts, managed Kubernetes). * Develop and maintain services and business logic using one or more back-end programming languages. * Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms to secure API endpoints and services. * Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability, integrating them into the CI/CD pipeline. ## Related Videos - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)