"Senior" Software Developer

DeepSkill GmbH; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A tech company in Cologne is seeking an experienced Software Developer to enhance their learning platform. You will oversee application development, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and have a proactive approach to shaping technology strategy. Key qualifications include experience in full-stack development using modern technologies and AWS infrastructure. The role promotes personal growth and a team-oriented culture.

Qualifikationen

• Several years of professional experience in full-stack software development.
• Solid experience with AWS cloud infrastructure and Docker.
• Excellent command of English; German skills are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Conception and implementation of applications for the learning platform.
• Continuous improvement of software on a global infrastructure.
• End-to-end responsibility for software features.

Kenntnisse

Full-stack development

React / Vue / NextJS

NodeJS

TypeScript

SCSS / SASS

AWS cloud infrastructure

Docker containerization

CI / CD processes

Git / GitHub

Integration of AI coding tools

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

DeepSkill is looking for an experienced Software Developer (m / f / d) who will use modern technologies to develop and enhance innovative solutions for our learning platform. The position offers a high level of responsibility, flexible working conditions (including workation and remote days), a strong team, and the opportunity to help shape the company's technological future. In addition to solid technical expertise, the role requires initiative, team spirit, and a passion for personal growth and modern leadership skills.

Activities

• Solution-oriented conception and implementation of applications for our learning platform.
• Continuous improvement and further development of our software on a globally accessible infrastructure.
• End-to-end responsibility for software features, including requirement clarification, software design, programming, code reviews, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Responsibility for software design, programming, code reviews, testing, deployment and maintenance.
• Performance optimization and architectural improvements to ensure reliability, scalability, and efficiency.
• Active collaboration and regular communication with cross-functional teams (Product, UX / UI, Sales) to address technical requirements, feature planning, and issue resolution.
• Optionally contribute to shaping DeepSkill’s mid- and long-term technology strategy.

Requirements

Hard skills :

• Several years of professional experience in full-stack software development using modern technologies, such as React / Vue / NextJS, NodeJS, TypeScript, SCSS / SASS, relational and / or NoSQL databases, and REST APIs.
• Solid experience with AWS cloud infrastructure, Docker containerization, and CI / CD processes.
• Familiarity with version control (Git / GitHub) and modern deployment workflows.
• Experience or enthusiasm for integrating AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to enhance productivity and innovation is a strong plus.
• Excellent command of English; German skills are a plus.

Soft skills :

• Independent, proactive, and solution-oriented work approach with high flexibility.
• Strong motivation to make a meaningful and sustainable impact on the growth of the company.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to non-technical colleagues.
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to mentor junior team members, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Passionate about personal growth, emotional intelligence, and modern leadership methodologies.
• Comfortable working within an agile Kanban workflow, contributing to continuous prioritization, regular review meetings, and feedback sessions.

Team

You will be joining a close-knit tech team led by our Head of Technology, working alongside two experienced developers. We are regularly supported by an intern or working student, bringing fresh perspectives and additional capacity. While some of your teammates are based in Hamburg and Berlin, we are currently looking for on-site support in Cologne to strengthen our local presence and foster even closer collaboration.

Application Process

• Erster Call - 10 Minuten
• Video-Interview - 45 Minuten
• Triff das Team - ca. 2,5 Stunden
• Optionaler Probetag