We're not just building an ecommerce platform — we’re reshaping how fashion & lifestyle brands scale globally.

Our API-first, headless SaaS platform supports over 300 brands in delivering localized, high-performance shopping experiences across 120+ countries. Backed by a 50 million SEK investment from the H&M Group, we power leading names like COS, ARKET, & Other Stories, Weekday, Nudie Jeans, and Paul Smith. Brands like Holzweiler trust Centra to run operations in 20+ markets with small, efficient teams—a reflection of the platform’s flexibility and efficiency.

Why join Centra?

Building meaningful solutions

Here, developers are deeply involved in solving real business challenges—not just writing code. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to build solutions that directly impact the success of internationally recognized brands.

Engineering that challenges and inspires

You’ll tackle performance-critical systems, apply domain-driven design and use modern architecture patterns. Whether it’s designing a GraphQL API, or optimizing cross-border flows, your contributions will have both technical depth and business relevance. You’ll take real ownership of your work and help shape technical direction.

We work in cross-functional teams with a focus on fast feedback, clear communication, and minimal bureaucracy.

Your mission

As a Staff Engineer you'll help shape Centra's platform by leading the technical design and long-term vision for your team's domain ensuring its proper place in the application architecture to allow flexible and fast growth. You'll write clean code, mentor and grow our engineers by establishing best practices and raising the bar for technical excellence across the entire organization. You'll partner with Engineering and Product Managers to identify future technical needs and help shape the long-term technical roadmap.

What we’re looking for

• A proven track record of designing, building and operating complex services.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A problem-solving mindset and sharp attention to detail.
• Strong experience with GO and software engineering best practices.

Our tech-stack

• Languages: GO, PHP 8.3, GraphQL
• Databases: MySQL, ElasticSearch, Redis
• Infrastructure & Architecture: Kubernetes, EKS, AWS, GCP, DigitalOcean
• Tools: GitHub & GitLab

Benefits

• Cutting-edge equipment (MacBook, AirPods, etc.)
• Support for learning: budget for courses, conferences, and self-development
• A multicultural and inclusive environment with regular team-building events
• A casual dress code and pet-friendly workspace
• Attractive referral program

Our recruitment process

1.Introductory Interview: Get to know each other, and discuss your experience & expectations. (Online, 30–45 min)

2.Technical Interview: Dive into technical discussions and live coding task. (Online, 1.5–2h)

3.Cultural Fit Interview: Explore your alignment with our values and meet the team. (On-site, 45min-1h)

Curious about life at Centra?

Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit centra.com to learn more about our team, culture, and the brands we support. Explore what we’re building and how you can be part of it at centra.dev!