Software engineer Java GenAI

Huxley; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking a Software Engineer II in Amsterdam to work on complex backend systems. You will build high-quality applications using Java, maintain robust test automation practices, and take end-to-end ownership of services. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a bachelor's degree, and 3-5 years of backend engineering experience. Familiarity with technologies like Kubernetes and AWS is essential for scaling solutions and improving operational reliability.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in backend engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Build high-quality software applications using Java and modern backend technologies.
• Take end-to-end ownership of services including monitoring health, performance and metrics.
• Contribute to technical incident management and mitigate customer impact.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Backend engineering

Java development

Test automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Kubernetes

AWS

Microservices

GenAI

Job description

Dear network, we are looking for a Software Engineer II to join a high‑impact team working on complex backend systems. In this role you will own the execution of technical elements across the full lifecycle, from translating business requirements into production‑ready solutions to ensuring long‑term maintainability and performance.

You will build high‑quality software applications using Java and modern backend technologies, delivering readable, reusable code and applying design patterns where appropriate. A core part of the role is maintaining strong test automation practices and continuously improving codebases to ensure sustainable development.

You will take responsibility for end‑to‑end ownership of services, including monitoring health, performance and metrics, handling deployments, and improving operational reliability. You will contribute to technical incident management, mitigate customer impact, perform root‑cause analysis and drive long‑term fixes.

You will support architectural discussions by advising on functional and non‑functional requirements, evaluating design alternatives and understanding the wider system landscape. Your work enables the business to scale through applying engineering techniques such as prototyping, experimentation and designing solutions that meet current needs while being adaptable for the future.

The role requires strong analytical thinking, the ability to identify improvement opportunities, and clear communication with stakeholders across roles. Participation in an on‑call rotation may be required.

Tech stack

• Java backend development
• Kubernetes
• AWS
• Microservices
• GenAI

Experience with AI‑driven projects is considered beneficial.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience in backend engineering.

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