Solvex Solutions
Backend engineer
Solvex SolutionsNetherlands6 days ago
ContractInformation Technology

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer – Event-Driven Systems (Kotlin / GCP / Terraform)


About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a global retail technology team transforming large-scale warehouse and store systems from legacy monoliths into modern, event-driven, cloud-native architectures.


You’ll work on products that power operations across 420+ stores and distribution centers worldwide, helping 170,000 co-workers process over 7 million customer returns every year. This is a chance to build high-quality, scalable software that directly impacts operational efficiency and customer experience globally.


What You’ll Do

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Kotlin/Java (Spring Boot/Cloud).
  • Build new features, integrations, and event-driven workflows in GCP environments.
  • Use Terraform for infrastructure as code, ensuring reproducible and automated deployments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve performance, scalability, and user experience.
  • Participate in all stages of product development – from ideation and design to deployment and support.
  • Apply best practices (SOLID, DRY) and support teammates through knowledge sharing and reviews.
  • Continuously explore modern technologies to drive innovation and development productivity.


Required Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience with Kotlin/Java, Spring Boot, and microservice architectures.
  • Solid understanding of event-driven systems and cloud-native applications.
  • Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Kubernetes.
  • Proficiency with Terraform and DevOps automation practices.
  • Experience working in agile, DevOps-oriented environments.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, collaboration mindset, and a passion for clean, maintainable code.


Top Must-Haves

  • Kotlin (Spring Boot)
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Kubernetes
  • Terraform


If you’re passionate about scalable cloud systems, event-driven architecture, and delivering impact at a global scale, we’d love to hear from you.

📧 Apply with your CV and availability details today!

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