Senior Backend Developer Edge Platform (m/f/d)

Danfoss; Kolding; On-site; DKK 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring & training

Flexible work

Inclusive work culture

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to build the core of an intelligent edge platform that connects and monitors field devices in real time, enabling reliable operations and actionable insights across retail environments. You will influence platform architecture and own end-to-end delivery.

Design scalable backend services in Rust and Go, implement MQTT-based messaging, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve performance, scalability, and reliability while delivering a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience with Rust and/or Go.
• Hands-on MQTT and real-time messaging expertise.
• Experience deploying microservices in Edge environments.
• Proven ownership across the full development lifecycle.
• Professional English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable backend services in Rust and Go for real-time edge computing.
• Develop reliable messaging with MQTT to enable device communication.
• Own features from architecture through deployment and production support.
• Create APIs and integrations connecting field devices with cloud services.
• Collaborate to improve platform performance, scalability, and reliability.

Skills

Rust

Go

MQTT

Real-time messaging

Microservices

Ownership

English communication

CI/CD

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

As a Senior Backend Developer, you will build the foundation of an intelligent edge platform that connects and monitors field devices in real time. Your work will help customers process and act on critical data closer to where it is generated, improving reliability, performance, and operational efficiency.

The Impact You'll Make

As a Senior Backend Developer, you will build the foundation of an intelligent edge platform that connects and monitors field devices in real time. You will play a key role in shaping scalable backend services and communication systems that power connected solutions across retail environments. By enabling real-time monitoring and insights, you will help customers reduce food waste, optimize energy consumption, and support their sustainability goals.

This is an opportunity to influence platform architecture, work with modern technologies, and contribute to solutions that create measurable value for customers while supporting Danfoss' commitment to a more sustainable future.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and build scalable backend services in Rust and Go to support real-time edge computing solutions.
• Develop reliable messaging and connectivity capabilities using MQTT to ensure seamless device communication and data flow.
• Own features from architecture and development through deployment and production support to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Create APIs and integration solutions that connect field devices with cloud-based services and applications.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and field teams to continuously improve platform performance, scalability, and reliability.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of backend development experience with strong proficiency in Rust and/or Go.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with MQTT and real‑time messaging systems.
• Proven expertise in designing and deploying microservices in Edge environments.
• Ability to take ownership of solutions throughout the full development lifecycle.
• Professional English communication skills for collaboration and technical documentation.
• A "Let's get it done" mindset—you take initiative, solve problems, and make things happen.
• End‑to‑end ownership—you own the entire product, from code, tests, and CI/CD pipelines to reliability and delivering a great user experience.

What You’ll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

The compensation package includes base salary, performance‑based incentive, and benefits. Salary range and full details will be shared at first contact and will reflect candidate location, local market conditions, and applicable local pay transparency regulations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.