We are The Customization Group,

a global leader in mass customization. With six global locations, our team can manufacture up to 500.000 personalized products daily, reaching millions of customers through 20+ of our own online shops and 1,000+ external shops using our solution. Our digital on-demand business model expresses our commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Our diverse team of over 500 professionals from 40 different nationalities work together to offer a wide range of high-quality products that bring happiness around the world. You will fit in here if you are a unique individual with a proactive, self-driven work attitude and a good sense of ownership.

We have a brand-new opportunity for a Backend Architect (Java). You will lead the charge in building resilient, high-performance e-commerce backend systems that set new standards in reliability and scalability. Sounds good? Then keep reading!

Why you will love working with us:

• Global Perspective: Gain international experience with our globally distributed teams 🌍
• Flexibility That Fits: Tailor your work schedule with in-house and hybrid work options 🕒
• Innovation & AI: Be part of an AI-first workplace that enables everyone to drive unique business solutions through state of the art technology
• Onboarding Support: New employees receive guidance from an experienced buddy during onboarding 👫
• Find out more location specific benefits on our careers page or during the interview

What You will Do:

• Architectural Leadership: Define and communicate backend architecture vision and strategy
• Solution Design: Design and implement scalable, secure, and reliable backend systems and APIs
• Performance Optimization: Optimize backend performance and scalability, ensuring efficient resource utilization
• Integration: Collaborate with frontend developers, database administrators, and DevOps engineers to integrate backend components seamlessly
• Technical Guidance: Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and support to backend developers
• Innovation: Research and implement emerging technologies and trends in backend development

Preferred Background:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Experience: 8+ years in Java backend development, with significant experience in architecture and leadership roles
• Skills: Proficiency in Java and related frameworks (e.g., Spring, Hibernate), understanding of microservices architecture, and experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE Programmer, or Spring Professional Certification are advantageous
• Soft Skills: Leadership, communication, strategic thinking, problem-solving

Even without every qualification, your unique experiences and skills could make you a great addition to our team, so embrace the opportunities that await you here. Your journey may lead to new skills, relationships, and success.

                        One team. Millions of happy customers worldwide. Join us!                         

www.careers.thecustomizationgroup.com