Backend Software Engineer | Software Engineer Backend in der Schmiede (w/m/d)

BWI GmbH

Essen, Ruhr, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 5, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

Join the 'Forge' (Schmiede), the software innovation unit driving the digitization of the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr). This role involves working in small, interdisciplinary Scrum teams to conceptualize and develop innovative, stable, and secure backend applications. Day-to-day tasks include designing new applications collaboratively with product owners and architects, developing backend services primarily using Dotnet/C# in a Clean Code environment, and ensuring seamless interoperability between front- and backend systems. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Computer Science or equivalent IT training, at least four years of professional experience in backend development, and strong knowledge of interface technologies and relational databases. This position offers a high degree of home office flexibility, modern equipment, and the chance to contribute to Germany's security through challenging digital transformation projects.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Computer Science or vocational training in the IT field

Experience

  • At least four years of experience in backend development
  • Professional experience in the IT environment (in addition to education)
  • Familiarity with agile development processes and methodologies like Scrum

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Occasional travel and working at the customer location is required.