Full Stack Engineer

Halian | Managed Services, Recruitment Agency & Contract Staffing; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Job summary

Halian is hiring a Full Stack Engineer for a fast-growing tech startup in Amsterdam. The role combines hands-on development with technical leadership to shape strategy and drive delivery of scalable software products.

You will build APIs, lead architecture discussions, and collaborate with product and design to translate requirements into robust solutions. The position demands strong full-stack experience and a proactive, team-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in full-stack software development.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks, and web technologies.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and integrating third-party platforms.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Expertise in database design and data modelling.
• Ability to design scalable, secure architectures and multi-tenant SaaS.
• Experience balancing hands-on development with strategic tech decisions.
• Knowledge of testing methodologies, CI/CD, DevOps, and code quality.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance APIs, integrations, and core platform functionality.
• Develop cloud-native solutions and optimise performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Ensure applications are secure, maintainable, and aligned with best engineering practices.
• Participate in architecture decisions and contribute to the evolution of the technology stack.
• Lead design and implementation of complex software solutions and multi-tenant platforms.
• Collaborate with product, design, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Own and influence the technical roadmap, identifying opportunities for innovation and optimisation.

Skills

Full-stack

Backend engineering

Frontend engineering

REST APIs

Cloud platforms

Microservices

Data modelling

SaaS multi-tenant

DevOps CI/CD

Testing frameworks

Code quality

Stakeholder comms

Startup experience

Serverless

Job description

A fast-growing start-up technology company is expanding its engineering function and is seeking a Full Stack Engineer to play a key role in shaping technical strategy, leading development initiatives, and driving the delivery of scalable software products. This is a hands on role in an extremely fast paced and dynamic work environment, where you will be joining a passionate team who love what they do. Hard work is well rewarded with a great salary and benefits including equity.

Responsibilities

Software Development & Delivery

• Build and enhance APIs, integrations, and core platform functionality.
• Develop cloud-native solutions and optimise system performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Ensure applications are secure, maintainable, and aligned with best engineering practices.
• Participate in architecture decisions and contribute to the evolution of the technology stack.

Technical Leadership

• Lead the design and implementation of complex software solutions and multi-tenant platforms.
• Define technical standards, coding practices, and development methodologies.
• Drive engineering excellence through code reviews, testing strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with product, design, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Own and influence the technical roadmap, identifying opportunities for innovation and optimisation.

Qualifications & Skills

Technical Expertise

• Extensive experience in full-stack software development, with strong backend and frontend engineering capabilities.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages, frameworks, and web technologies.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and integrating third-party platforms.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms, microservices architecture, and distributed systems.
• Expertise in database design, optimisation, and data modelling.
• Ability to design scalable, secure, and resilient software architectures.
• Strong understanding of SaaS platforms and multi-tenant application design.
• Experience balancing hands-on development with strategic technical decision-making.

Development Practices

• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, including automated testing frameworks.
• Experience with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of DevOps principles and modern software delivery practices.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of code quality and documentation.

Professional Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring and team development.
• Results-oriented approach with a focus on delivering business value through technology.
• Experience with cloud-native applications and serverless architectures.
• Background in SaaS, e-commerce, marketplace platforms, or high-growth technology businesses.
• Familiarity with analytics, monitoring, and performance optimisation tools.
• Experience scaling products within a startup or growth-stage environment.

At Halian, we recognise that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients. We are committed to connecting organisations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. By fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, we help our clients drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and better reflect the communities they serve.