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The Villeroy & Boch Group with its Ideal Standard brand is one of the world's leading manufacturers in the ceramics and lifestyle sector. With our innovative and stylish products from the Dining & Lifestyle and Bath & Wellness segments, we have been creating moments and rooms to feel good in since 1748. Our success is based on the passion, design expertise and innovative strength of our more than 13,000 employees in 42 countries.

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Backend Developer

to join our global IT Team

Scope of the position: In this role you will be responsible for the design and development of backend systems that transform data and AI prototypes into stable and high-performance production solutions. 
If you are keen to modern technologies and would like to learn and grow, we encourage you to apply!

Your responsibilities:

In this role your main tasks will include:

• Active participation in the Data Board: Analysis and evaluation of the feasibility / scalability of new and existing use cases in close collaboration with data scientists and subject matter experts. 
• Development of innovative IT concepts (rough and detailed concepts) for backend solutions, especially for API design and data integration, based on business requirements.
• Agile planning, implementation, and maintenance of backend services and APIs in Google Cloud using Python, C#, and Flask/API frameworks. Ensuring quality and efficiency through continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) and integration with production systems (e.g., Salesforce).
• Management of external developers and technical guidance of junior developers in software development and testing, including creation/tracking of work breakdown structures. 
• Development of backend software engineering standards and their enforcement among internal and external developers, especially with regard to cloud-native development and CI/CD.

Your profile

• Education: Bachelor/Master Degree in (business) informatics, mathematics, statistics, physics or comparable (e.g. economics/engineering with a strong quantitative focus) and proven independent experience in software engineering.
• Experience: At least 3 years of professional experience in software development and mentoring of junior developers, preferably in industry and/or commerce; project management/teaching experience is advantageous
• Language skills: Excellent written and spoken English skills;
• Technical Skills:
  • Excellent programming skills in Python and C#.
  • Solid knowledge of building RESTful architectures, e.g., using Flask or similar frameworks.
  • Practical experience with the Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Experience in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
  • Basic knowledge of statistical methods and experience using analytics and database tools (SQL/BigQuery, etc.). 
  • Experience developing robust and scalable backend systems.
  • Basic JavaScript knowledge is desirable but not mandatory.

• Soft Skills:
  • Problem-solving: Strong abilities to figure out solutions and a keen eye for details.
  • Communication: Excellent skills in both writing and speaking to explain technical things clearly.
  • Attitude: A proactive attitude, meaning you like to take initiative, and a strong desire to learn and grow your career in database administration.
  • Teamwork: Ability to work effectively both on your own and as part of a larger team.

We offer you:

• This role offers a fantastic next-step role in your career as a backend developer. You'll get hands-on experience with critical systems, learn from experienced professionals, and have plenty of opportunities to grow your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Benefits:

• Hybrid way of working (office location: Sevlievo)
• additional medical insurance
• meal vouchers
• company-sponsored bus transportation from / to Gabrovo and Veliko Tarnovo.

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