Senior Software Engineer Job at Solactive (Dresden)

Senior Software Engineer

Solactive

Location:
Germany , Dresden

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will take the lead in designing and building scalable, robust systems within our growing data platform that provide high quality financial data for our organisation. You will design modern data products, drive the migration from legacy systems to cloud-native, 12-factor apps and integrate advanced technologies such as GraphQL, Kubernetes and Argo workflows into our stack. In this role, you will work closely with product owners, data engineers and business teams to turn complex challenges into impactful solutions. Your work and knowledge will inspire our talented engineering team as we set new benchmarks for the reliability, performance and scalability of our data products. This is your chance to make a lasting impact in the FinTech space while working on innovative and ground-breaking projects.

Job Responsibility:

Architect and build resilient, scalable, and secure data service in our data platform (Backend and Frontend), focusing on financial data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data products
Guide and mentor engineers, ensuring best practices in software design, architecture, testing, and deployment are followed
Collaborate with stakeholders to define the technical strategy and roadmap, especially for migrating legacy services to an modern architecture
Partner with data engineers, business teams, and product owners to design solutions that meet cross-departmental needs
Identify and address bottlenecks in data flow, performance, and scalability, ensuring robust operations
Contribute to building standardized zones with verified data and ensure high data quality for both automated and manual inputs
Drive the adoption of GraphQL, Kubernetes (K8s), and modern CI/CD practices to enhance our tech stack

Requirements:

8+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering with a strong focus on Python and database management (like MySQL, MariaDB, Postgres)
In-depth knowledge of ETL/ELT pipelines, RESTful APIs, and emerging GraphQL practices
UI development experience with frameworks like React, Vue or Angular
Expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and deploying infrastructure-independent applications on platforms
Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and unit/integration testing
Proficiency with monitoring and logging tools like Grafana, LogStash, or DataDog (optional)
Expertise in implementing authentication solutions using OpenID, SSO, OAuth, and other security standards
Proven ability to design highly scalable, fault-tolerant, and secure systems based on microservices
Experience mentoring teams and promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning
Excellent written and spoken English skills
Strong communication skills for engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Analytical mindset with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving
Collaborative spirit with a proactive, can-do attitude

Nice to have:

Experience with tools like Airflow, Rundeck, Argo Workflows or similar
Familiarity with financial data or working in a FinTech environment
Contributions to open-source projects or involvement in the tech community

What we offer:

30 annual vacation days, plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year
Competitive compensation package
Job ticket
Access to Corporate Benefits
Modern office space with ergonomic set-up
Employee lounge
Free beverages and fruits
Various networking events
Diverse training offers
Flexible work culture with the freedom to choose your work hours
Hybrid work model

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 01, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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