Sr. Expert Digital Product Engineering (m/f/d)

Overview

We are looking to recruit, at the earliest possible date, a full-time and permanent Software Developer (m/f/d) for scientific applications with a focus on Big Data to strengthen our development team at KWS Saat SE & Co. KGaA in Einbeck, Lower Saxony.

Field of Work: Research & Development

Location: Einbeck, Lower Saxony, DE

Contract Type: Regular | Is Full Time?: Yes | Onsite/Remote: Hybrid Working Within Country

Job ID: 16040

Responsibilities

The role involves replacing an existing application by a redevelopment. This application is a central component of plant breeding and molecular biology at various international KWS locations. You will work in an experienced SCRUM team and closely with a long-standing Product Owner from the field of molecular biology. After onboarding, remote work within Germany is possible. You will:

• Analyze the business domain in workshops with domain experts to design and implement a suitable software solution in close cooperation with the users, using .NET, cloud technologies and data pipelines.
• Master the migration of a relational system into the newly designed data lakehouse together with Data Architects and Data Engineers.
• Implement new or existing interfaces and data services; be responsible for both backend and an end-user frontend; ensure the smooth operation of the legacy system.
• Apply modern DevOps practices to guarantee reliable and efficient software operations.

Your profile

• University degree in computer science or a comparable qualification
• Very good knowledge of C# (.NET Core) and Python
• Practical experience with distributed systems, ideally in an AWS cloud environment or with Docker and Kubernetes
• Practical experience with DataLake technologies, such as Databricks or AWS Athena and Apache Spark
• Practical experience in professional software development (e.g., dependency injection, mocking, TDD, CI/CD pipelines)
• Confident handling of relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and AWS-based technologies in general
• Proficient in Azure DevOps, Jira or GitLab, version control with GIT, and agile working methods (SCRUM)
• Good command of English and German required

Our offer

• As a family-run company, we live with the values of proximity, reliability, vision and independence – a culture that is also lived in practice, e.g. through an open and friendly working atmosphere.
• True to the motto: \“Make yourself grow!\“, we promote individual professional and personal development.
• Excellent work equipment, subsidized canteen, direct rail connections and sufficient free parking at the site.
• Flexible working hours and remote opportunities within Germany, company pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, Christmas and holiday bonuses, preferential shares, childcare allowance, Job Bike & Job Ticket
• Health and safety are supported by the company doctor, company fire brigade / paramedic (with time credit) and company sports.

How to apply

We look forward to receiving your application online.