Senior Backend Engineer (all genders) | Java, Springboot

Intro

Carbmee is an enterprise software company headquartered in Berlin and with offices in Berlin and Munich. We offer a cloud solution that enables companies to analyze, manage & reduce their carbon footprint. We measure our success in the greenhouse gas emission reduction of our customers.

Your Role & Mission - We are looking for Senior Software Engineers enthusiasts to bring in backend expertise and share their knowledge with the team. You will play a critical role in designing, building, and optimizing the backend systems that power our scalable, high-performance carbmee EIS™ platform.

Sounds exciting? Then come join a great growing team and help us fight climate change!

Our Hiring Process - Our Engineering team is growing fast and we are seeking talented Software Engineers across different backgrounds and experience levels. We know that each level of experience involves its own set of challenges and expectations, and the hiring process is tailored accordingly to evaluate all candidates effectively. That means, each interview step is focused on assessing both technical and soft skills across our engineering competency framework. Chosen candidates will receive an offer package that aligns with their mid-level or senior level of experience, including additional perks and benefits. Your tasks

We won’t list all tasks a Software Engineer should normally do. Instead, we say it’s up to you to make Carbmee one of the most reliable and bug-free softwares out there!
Here is what you get to accomplish that goal:

• Work on a modern technology stack with Java, Springboot, Kotlin, RESTful API and PostgreSQL

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend systems

• Build and optimize APIs to enable seamless integration with frontend and third-party services

• Lead efforts in database design, optimization, and management (PostgreSQL)

• Ensure our backend systems are secure, robust, and adhere to best practices

• Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and data teams to implement end-to-end features

• Shape our service-oriented architecture, participate in architecture design discussions and drive decisions on technical strategy

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve system performance and reliability

• Work in small distributed interdisciplinary teams where everyone takes on ownership and responsibility

• Always learn something. No matter how experienced you are, be open-minded and hungry for knowledge

• Help fellow team members with your experience, work closely with our Head of Engineering and Engineering Leads, and shape the product roadmap

• For Senior Applicants - a fantastic opportunity to grow and lead a team. Mentor and support junior engineers, help them improve and build a successful team

• Join the Carbmee team and get the unique opportunity to work with the biggest organizations in the world to help them reduce carbon emissions

Your profile

• We are looking for passionate and motivated senior engineers with at least 5 years of professional experience in software development working with Java and Springboot. Ideally also familiarity with Kotlin.

• We value hands-on experience designing and implementing RestfulAPIs using Springboot 

• Familirity with PostgreSQL database and database optimization tasks

• Strong analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues

• You are exceptionally detail-oriented and passionate about your work

• You rely on solid communication skills and you speak English at a fluent level 

• It’s totally fine if you are not perfect at everything. At Carbmee there are plenty of opportunities to learn and grow

• You are a supportive team player with a strong work ethic, eager to learn and work independently as well as in team environment

• You are passionate about business sustainability, carbon emissions management, and climate tech in alignment with Carbmee’s mission and vision

• You are excited to join our diverse and international team in Berlin or able to travel to our Berlin office on a regular basis

Don't feel like you meet all the criteria? We get it: confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. We'll let you in on a little secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. Carbmee is a place where everyone can grow. So however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work on a Monday morning.

Benefits

• Unique & Powerful Mission - join a fast-growing and ambitious tech company that is shaping the future of carbon management and fighting climate change

• Compensation & Rewards - a steep learning curve and ownership from day one. We offer an attractive compensation package including virtual stock options

• Health & Wellbeing - Urban Sports Club subscription to stay healthy & fit.1:1 coaching sessions with Nilohealth for your mental well-being.

• Carbmee Summer Fridays - you get every Friday in August off!

• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance - a flexible hybrid or fully remote working culture with a lovely accessible office in Berlin-Mitte or in the center of Munich

• Learning & Development - €1,000 individual learning budget to learn and grow according to your development plans and personal aspirations

• Team Culture - our Transparency, Humility, and Accountability values create a unique and supportive working environment. Be part of a multinational, motivated team that thinks work should be fun!

• Connection & Networking - Summer Offsite, Winter Party, and regular team events. We give you plenty of opportunities to connect with people, strengthen cross-functional relationships, and boost collaboration

• Trust & Transparency - monthly All-Hands Meetings, weekly update newsletters, and Founders Q&As. We keep you informed on current company numbers and goals