Backend Developer | Backend Developer

activjob GmbH

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Oct 21, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This critical role involves acting as a Backend Developer, primarily focused on the development and continuous enhancement of a high-performance booking and ticketing platform for a major German client (Deutsche Bahn). Day-to-day responsibilities include developing robust microservices backends within a modern cloud environment, integrating complex booking and payment processes, and ensuring the highest standards of security, performance, and scalability. A significant focus is placed on transitioning to a modern Cloud Architecture utilizing CI/CD pipelines and comprehensive test automation. Candidates must possess a completed Master’s degree in Computer Science or a comparable field, coupled with at least three years of experience as a Lead Developer in complex IT projects, ideally within the logistics sector. Proficiency is required across a broad tech stack including Java EE, Docker, Jenkins, and cloud environments like AWS. The position offers an indefinite contract, regulated working hours (39 hours/week), and competitive compensation, providing excellent stability and professional development opportunities in Frankfurt am Main.

Required Skills

Education

Completed Diploma or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or comparable field

Experience

  • At least 3 years of experience as a Lead Developer in complex IT projects, preferably in the logistics industry
  • At least 3 years of experience with Java EE, GitLab, Eclipse, Docker, Jenkins, Maven, Gradle, and JSON
  • 3 years of experience in Test Automation, Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment
  • 3 years of experience with Cloud Environments (e.g., AWS) and Cloud Architecture
  • Professional experience with modern databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, S3)
  • Professional experience with asynchronous processing and queueing mechanisms (e.g., ActiveMQ)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Location in Frankfurt am Main.