Senior Backend Software Engineer

Nexthink; Lausanne; Hybrid; CHF 150.000 - 210.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Unlimited vacation

Bank holidays included

Sick days 10-30

Maternity leave 26 weeks

Training platforms access

Personal accident insurance

Referral bonuses

Zusammenfassung

Nexthink is seeking an experienced software developer to join the DEX team. You will work on a complex data pipeline handling millions of messages per second, applying Kafka, Spark, and microservice patterns to deliver scalable, observable systems.

Join a global team with extensive benefits, a hybrid work model, and opportunities to learn new technologies while delivering high-quality digital employee experience solutions.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of software development experience.
• Bachelor or higher in Computer Science or related field; MSc preferred.
• Deep knowledge of Kafka and Spark for large-scale data pipelines.
• Strong grounding in microservice architectures and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with observability tools (New Relic, DataDog).
• Proficiency with GraphQL, REST/SWAGGER, and API design.
• Familiarity with Spring Boot or Micronaut; Kubernetes, Helm, Docker.
• SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., ClickHouse).
• Strong testing, refactoring, and automation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork; continuous improvement mindset.
• Fluent English, both spoken and written.

Aufgaben

• Contribute to a data pipeline handling millions of messages per second.
• Design and implement scalable microservices in a Kubernetes environment.
• Enhance observability and monitoring of distributed systems.
• Develop GraphQL and REST APIs with well-documented Swagger specs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality and performance.

Kenntnisse

Kafka

Spark

Microservices

Observability

GraphQL

REST API

Swagger

Spring Boot

Micronaut

SQL

NoSQL

Kubernetes

Docker

Test automation

Refactoring

Communication

English

Ausbildung

B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science

MSc preferred

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Helm

Clickhouse

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

Nexthink is the leader in digital employee experience management software. The company provides IT leaders with unprecedented insight allowing them to see, diagnose and fix issues at scale impacting employees anywhere, with any applicationor network, before employees notice the issue. As the first solutionto allow IT to progress from reactive problem solving to proactive optimization, Nexthink enables its more than 1,300 customers to provide better digital experiences to more than 18 millionemployees. Dual headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland and Boston, Massachusetts, Nexthink has 9 offices worldwide.

Job Description

The DEX (Digital Employee Experience) team works on generating the fundamental data that is used in understanding user experiences across organisations. You will be working as part of a small close knit team on a complex data pipeline involving millions of messages per second, terabytes of data and complex transformations. A quick thinking mind and the ability to understand often complex and abstract systems is a must.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in software development
• B.E/B. Tech in Computer Science (or equivalent), MSc preferred
• Deep working knowledge of Kafka
• Deep working knowledge of Spark
• Excellent knowledge of microservice architecture
• Good understanding of Observability (Eg New Relic, DataDog, others)
• Experience working with GraphQL
• Experience in implementing REST API & swagger
• Experience in Spring Boot or Micronaut is a plus
• Excellent knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases (eg Clickhouse)
• Practical knowledge of Kubernetes, helm and Docker
• Strong refactoring abilities and test automation
• Strong motivation for complex challenges and learning new technologies
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Mind-set oriented towards continuous improvement, lean thinking and high-quality work
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Additional Information

We are the pioneers and trailblazers of a global IT Market Category (DEX) that is shaping the future of how the world works, giving our customers’ IT Teams total digital visibility across their enterprise. Our innovative solutions integrate real-time analytics, automation, and employee feedback across all endpoints. This enables our IT teams to solve complex technical challenges, create ever more productive workplaces, and deliver happy, satisfied employees in the digital workplace.

With over 1000 employees across 5 continents, Nexthink operates as One Team, connecting, collaborating and innovating to continuously grow. We call our employees ‘Nexthinkers’ and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity is second to none. We currently have over 75 nationalities working with us, from all cultures and backgrounds, speaking many different languages.

If you are looking for a change and like a nice atmosphere, lots of challenges, and having fun while working, this is a great opportunity for you!Check what we offer:

Permanent Contract and a competitive compensation package.

Health insurance through our partnership with ACKO, including OPD coverage for dental, vision, health check-ups, consultations, and pharmacy expenses.

Hybrid work model balancing office and remote work, with a structured approach for new hires to foster connections and onboarding.

Flexible Hours and unlimited vacation (employees have unlimited paid time off on top of the 22days of holidays we offer). Plus, company-paid bank holidays (12), sick days (10-30), bereavement leave (5), and 3 days per year for volunteering.

Free access to professional training platforms to explore your interests and enhance your skills.

Stay covered against accidents, bodily injuries, and disabilities with our personal accident insurance policy, providing assurance with coverage up to three times your annual CTC.

New mothers are entitled to up to 26 weeks of maternity leave, with the flexibility to use up to 8 weeks before the expected delivery and the remaining 18 weeks after. Birth fathers can take 6 weeks of paternity leave, while adoptive parents are eligible for 26 weeks of leave for mothers and 6 weeks for fathers.

Under the Payment of Gratuity Act, receive gratuity at the rate of 15 days of basic pay for every completed year of service, provided you've been employed by the company for a minimum of 5 years. Gratuity is payable at retirement or resignation based on your last drawn basic pay.

Bonuses for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment.

Please note that not all the benefits listed above are available for temporary, contract, and internship roles. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information, we recommend checking with your Recruitment Partner.