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About the Company: for an innovative optical system manufacturing company, our Recruitment Engineers are looking for a Backend SW Engineer.
Core Responsibilities You will be responsible for the architecture, development, and optimization of server-side components that support our core product. The ideal candidate is organized, methodical, and experienced in building scalable back-end systems.
Main activities:
Design and develop robust back-end software solutions using modern C++, Java, and Python across Windows and Linux environments.
Define, implement, and test software components within a distributed microservices-based system.
Collaborate closely with front-end developers, UX designers, and system architects to deliver high-quality software.
Optimize server performance, ensure scalability and reliability, and implement secure data-handling practices.
Create and maintain reusable code libraries and data storage solutions.
Follow Clean Code principles and ensure high software quality through automated testing and CI/CD practices.
Support software products throughout their lifecycle: from design to deployment and maintenance.
Produce and review documentation for design, quality assurance, and production.
Proactively contribute to the improvement of engineering processes and development practices.
Must Have Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Proven experience in software development and testing in production environments
Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming and software architecture principles
Hands‑on experience with the following technologies: C++, Java, Python
Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis
Architecture: Microservices
CI/CD: TeamCity, scripting pipelines
Version control: Bitbucket (Git)
High proficiency in spoken and written English and Italian
Team-oriented and open-minded
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Attention to detail and structured thinking
Self-driven and proactive mindset
Nice to have Front-end: JavaScript, React
Project tools: Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence)
Embedded systems or GPU programming
Basic notions of AI/ML
Willingness to collaborate across engineering disciplines (Electrical, Electronic, Optical, Software)
Location: Mendrisio (CH)
Further information: On-site presence.
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