Lead DXP Engineer

Dentsu Aegis Network Ltd.; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Vacation 25 days

Volunteer days

Wellness days

40-hour work week

Flextime hours

Hybrid in-office 1 day/week

Dentsu Academy access

Learning allowance

Office in St Gallen

Team events

Zusammenfassung

Merkle, a dentsu company, is seeking a Lead DXP Engineer in Switzerland. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable Java-based applications with a focus on security and performance, collaborating with experts and teams across the organization.

You will work with Spring Boot, CMS platforms like Magnolia/AEM, and modern frontends (TypeScript/Vaadin). Proficiency in German and English is required, with a hybrid Swiss work model and strong focus on quality and ownership.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent qualifications.
• Several years of Java backend development experience in a web environment.
• Experience with Scrum and agile methodologies.
• Experience developing data-driven apps using Java, Spring Boot and SQL with TypeScript or Vaadin frontends.
• Experience with CMS Magnolia or Adobe AEM.
• Strong commitment to software design quality and clear communication.

Aufgaben

• Conceive, develop, and implement scalable, secure, high-performance applications.
• Develop Java-based applications within cross-functional teams.
• Perform code reviews to uphold quality and best practices.
• Improve development tools, automated testing, and build processes.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

German language

English language

Agile/Scrum

Communication

Self-motivation

SQL

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Icinga

Ausbildung

Degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Spring Security

Spring Cloud

Spring MVC

Magnolia CMS

AEM

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Icinga

Git

CI/CD

Maven

TypeScript

Vaadin

Handlebars

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description: Lead DXP Engineer (m/f/d) | Switzerland | Hybrid

About Merkle We Dream. We Do. We Deliver. At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the experience economy. Whether we're building the next great app, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions of users, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions, it's all in the name of crafting experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by dentsu's legacy of innovation and creativity originating in Japan, we've spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, and connect meaningfully with their audiences. We've been named a global "Leader" by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management.

Job description

As a Lead DXP Engineer, you will design, develop and implement high-performance applications with a strong focus on scalability, security and performance. Working in project teams and collaborating closely with subject matter experts, you will help maintain high software quality and continuously improve our development, testing and build processes.

Your responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the conception, further development and implementation of applications, with a particular focus on scalability, security and performance
• Develop high-performance Java-based applications within project teams and in close collaboration with subject matter experts
• Conduct code reviews to ensure quality standards, best practices and continuous optimization of the codebase
• Continuously improve our development tools and automated testing and build processes

What we are looking for

• A completed degree in computer science or comparable qualifications
• Several years of practical professional experience as a Java backend developer in a web environment
• Experience with code review processes and agile working methods such as Scrum
• Experience developing data-driven applications using Java, Spring Boot and SQL, with web frontends built in TypeScript or Vaadin
• Experience developing CMS solutions, such as Magnolia or AEM
• A strong commitment to software design quality
• A conceptual and systematic approach combined with a strong implementation focus, and the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and appropriately for different audiences
• Strong analytical thinking, a proactive and independent working style, and excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
• The ability and willingness to quickly familiarize yourself with a broad and demanding range of tasks and take ownership
• Professional proficiency in German and English

Technologies and tools

• Java Spring, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Cloud and Spring MVC
• Magnolia CMS MySQL and PostgreSQL JCR and JPA Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift and Icinga
• Scrum and Kanban Git, GitHub/GitLab and GitHub/GitLab CI/CD pipelines Maven TypeScript, Vaadin and Handlebars

Benefits — Switzerland

• Vacation: 25 days of holidays
• Social Impact: 2 volunteer days for charitable activities
• Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and a Mental Health First Aider and Employee Assistance program to support your well-being
• Work Hours: 40-hour week with overtime compensation
• Work Model: Flexible working hours model (flextime)
• Hybrid working: We combine flexibility with in-person collaboration, with an expectation of 1 day per week / 4 days per month in the office
• Office: State-of-the-art, creative office space with ergonomically equipped workstations
• Pet-friendly offices
• Academy: Full access to Dentsu Academy, on-site learning sessions, online language courses
• Learning Allowance: Receive 40 additional hours per year for personal and professional development, on top of statutory educational leave
• Corporate benefits platform
• Referral bonus program
• Workation possibility
• Team events: company parties, monthly breakfasts, apéros

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society." We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Location: St Gallen

Brand: Merkle

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

About dentsu

About dentsu For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way. Find out more about us Who we are Our Social Impact Our work