Java Software Engineer

Senior Java Developer – E-commerce Platform

Location: Stockholm (Hybrid – 3 days/week in office)

Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• 30 days annual leave
• ITP1 pension
• 3,500 SEK/year wellness allowance
• 2,000 SEK/year healthcare allowance (dental, glasses, etc.)
• Heavily subsidised on-site restaurant (approx. ⅓ of city prices)
• Bonus scheme (TBC)

About the Company:

Join a well-established, family-owned organisation with over 140 years of history and a strong reputation in Sweden. The company is part of a larger group known for its financial stability and long-term vision. You’ll be joining a medium-sized IT team (around 50–60 people plus consultants) that’s currently transitioning away from external contractors to build internal capability.

The Role:

We’re looking for a Senior Java Developer to help evolve and scale a high-traffic e-commerce platform that serves both private and public sector clients. You’ll play a key role in building robust backend systems that support complex product catalogues, dynamic pricing, and seamless customer experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services for a large-scale e-commerce platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, UX, and infrastructure
• Optimise performance and scalability of existing systems
• Integrate with third-party APIs and internal services
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy
• Ensure code quality through testing, reviews, and documentation

Tech Stack:

• Java (Spring Boot)
• RESTful APIs
• SQL and NoSQL databases
• Azure (preferred)
• CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with microservices and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in backend development with Java
• Strong understanding of e-commerce systems and transactional platforms
• Experience in agile development environments
• Fluency in Swedish and English (required)
• Post-secondary education in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Why Join?

• 100% exclusive role – not advertised externally
• High-impact work in a stable, well-funded organisation
• Freedom under responsibility – autonomy to shape your work and make meaningful contributions
• Opportunity to be part of a modern digital transformation journey