Software Developer (Ktor Framework)

JetBrains; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading software development company in Germany is seeking a Software Developer to join its core team working on Ktor, an asynchronous framework for building connected applications. The ideal candidate will have solid experience with Kotlin and be skilled in writing maintainable code. Responsibilities include developing core frameworks, improving existing subsystems, and participating in design discussions. The company supports relocation for suitable candidates.

Qualifikationen

• Solid experience with Kotlin.
• Good knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• The ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Work on the core of the Ktor framework.
• Develop and improve HTTP server and client subsystems.
• Design and implement new framework features and extensions.
• Maintain and improve the existing codebase.

Kenntnisse

Kotlin

Algorithms and data structures

Code quality

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

At JetBrains, code is our passion. Ever since we started, back in 2000, we have strived to make the strongest, most effective developer tools on earth. By automating routine checks and corrections, our tools speed up production, freeing developers to grow, discover, and create.

We are looking for a Software Developer to join the core team developing Ktor, an asynchronous framework for building connected applications.

Ktor provides an HTTP server and client stack with multiple low-level subsystems (I/O, networking, protocols, etc.) and a rich set of extensible features. The team works on both evolving existing functionality and designing new framework capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Work on the core of the Ktor framework.
• Develop and improve HTTP server and client subsystems.
• Design and implement new framework features and extensions.
• Maintain and improve the existing codebase with a focus on quality, performance, and reliability.
• Participate in design discussions and code reviews.
• Collaborate closely with other developers and contributors.

Qualifications

• Solid experience with Kotlin.
• Good knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• The ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• The ability to clearly express and justify technical decisions.
• Working proficiency in written and spoken English.

Nice to have

• Experience with web technologies and application frameworks.
• An understanding of HTTP, REST, and networking concepts.
• Experience with non-JVM platforms or frameworks.
• Experience with library API design and versioning.

We are distributed across core JetBrains locations and can support relocation. Please discuss relocation options with your recruiter during initial conversations.

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