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Join Henkel’s new Riga Tech Hub as we build a powerhouse of internal technical excellence on-site in Riga. We are looking for a senior engineer to act as the technical authority for our smart device ecosystem - the "engine" that allows our products to communicate and process data.
SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER
You will be responsible for the cloud backend, CI/CD pipelines, and the vital connection between firmware and mobile applications. You will build internal capabilities and guide the technical journey of our "Smart" product line.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Backend Ownership: Lead the development and maintenance of cloud infrastructure (Node.js/Python), APIs, and secure authentication.
- DevOps & CI/CD: Define and maintain deployment pipelines (Docker, GitHub Actions) to ensure reliable releases.
- System Testing: Validate that firmware, backend, and mobile apps work together seamlessly through integration testing.
- Technical Authority: Supervise junior engineers, review work from external consultants, and ensure high technical quality.
- Documentation: Ensure all software developments and deployment procedures are documented with proper versioning.
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of seniority experience in systems or software engineering.
- Bachelor’s in Computer Science, ideally with experience in IoT or Electronics.
- Proficiency in AWS/GCP/Azure, RESTful APIs, SQL/NoSQL, and IoT patterns like MQTT/HTTPS.
- Soft Skills: End-to-end ownership, ability to challenge decisions, and strong collaborative leadership.
What We Offer:
- Salary starting from 4000 EUR gross, depending on your experience and proven skills.
- Enjoy flexible hours, a hybrid work model, and a "work from anywhere" policy for up to 30 days per year.
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities within a global leader.
- Comprehensive health insurance and global wellbeing standards including health and preventive care programs.
- Additional holiday entitlement after 3 years of employment.
- The agility of a "startup within a giant," offering high-impact ownership.
Further information 👇
To learn more and express your interest, please get in touch with us by 23. March 2026 at the latest - click on the "Apply" button.
The recruitment is led by Tripod SIA Senior Recruitment Consultant Sintija Kikute: [email protected]
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