Software Engineer - Search and Recommendation

JINGDONG RETAIL (UK) LIMITED
Amsterdam, Netherlands
2 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
Chinese, English
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Document Management Systems Distributed Systems Machine Learning Spring-boot Backend Information Technology Low Latency Microservices

Job description

  • Design and develop backend services supporting search bar query, retrieval, and ranking scenarios.
  • Integrate machine learning models into online search services through microservice-based architectures.
  • Build and maintain high-performance backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.
  • Collaborate with machine learning engineers to support model deployment, serving, and optimisation.
  • Ensure system scalability, reliability, and low-latency performance under high traffic.
  • Document system design decisions and share backend best practices within the team.
  • Work onsite in London, UK.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Supply chain?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related field.

  • 3+ years of experience in Java programming and Spring Boot.
  • Experience related to search systems, such as retrieval, ranking, or advertising.
  • Experience with microservices architecture and service deployment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English and Chinese., * Experience supporting ML-enabled search systems in production environments.
  • Experience working on high-concurrency or low-latency services.
  • Experience in large internet or consumer-facing technology companies.
  • Familiarity with distributed systems design.

Benefits & conditions

Joining JD.com means becoming part of a company where people, innovation, and impact go hand in hand. We offer a competitive salary, a great location, and a supportive, people-first culture where your growth truly matters. With access to global projects, learning opportunities, and an inclusive environment that values every voice, you’ll have the space to shape the future with us.

About the company

At JD.com, also known as JINGDONG, we are building one of the world’s most trusted technology and supply chain ecosystems. What started as a bold idea in China has evolved into a NASDAQ-listed, Fortune 44 global enterprise serving over 700 million active customers. Powered by advanced logistics, innovative technology, and a commitment to integrity, JD.com operates across retail, logistics, technology, property and more, creating solutions that make everyday life smarter, faster, and more connected.

Our Global Reach

JD.com is expanding its international footprint through a digitally intelligent, cross-border supply chain and world-class logistics network, supported by platforms such as Joybuy, which brings trusted products to customers worldwide. Today, our teams operate across China, the U.S., U.K., Netherlands, France, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Hungary, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and beyond, reaching customers in every corner of the world.

Learn more about who we are and what we do: https://corporate.jd.com

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