Backend Engineer (m/w/d)

It's more than a job

In this IT role, you will manage, develop, and support the technology infrastructure that powers Kuehne+Nagel’s global systems and operations. This contribution is vital to making both special and ordinary moments in the lives of people a reality. In fact, your work enables our teams to deliver fresh fruit, time-sensitive healthcare products and much more to people all around the world. Working in IT at Kuehne+Nagel contributes to more than we imagine.

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We are looking for a passionate Backend Software Engineer to join our product-focused engineering team. In this role, you will contribute across the full software development lifecycle—from initial idea and design through to development, deployment, and ongoing optimization. Working in a collaborative, cross-functional environment, you will help build scalable, secure, and high-quality backend solutions that drive real business impact.

How you create impact

• Design, develop, and implement secure, scalable, and maintainable backend systems and services
• Ensure high software quality through comprehensive testing, including automated and manual approaches (unit, integration, and performance testing)
• Optimize databases, backend architecture, and system performance for efficiency and reliability
• Collaborate closely with product owners, UX/UI designers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Support deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement of applications, including troubleshooting and 3rd-level support

What we would like you to bring

• Hands-on experience with backend programming languages and frameworks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Practical knowledge of modern development practices such as clean code, TDD/BDD, and code reviews
• Experience with database design, optimization, and software architecture principles
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to work on impactful products within a collaborative and agile team environment
• Exposure to end-to-end software development, enhancing both your technical and business understanding
• A culture that values engineering excellence, continuous learning, and innovation
• The chance to take ownership of your work and contribute to meaningful technical decisions
• Supportive environment that encourages knowledge sharing, growth, and professional development

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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