Senior Backend Engineer

Summary

Join Xentral, a company transforming how businesses use data, as a Software Engineer. This role blends hands-on development with architectural thinking, impacting the development of scalable services, infrastructure, and an AI platform. You will build services in Golang and integrate with PHP-based systems, while also driving the development of the internal AI platform in Python. Responsibilities include maintaining backend services and data pipelines, tackling infrastructure scalability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate possesses 3+ years of software or data engineering experience, strong Golang and Python skills, and an interest in infrastructure and architecture. Xentral offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive company culture.

Requirements

• You have 3+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering or data engineering
• You bring a strong background in Golang and Python - and you’re excited about building scalable services in both
• You’re interested in infrastructure and architecture topics beyond writing code
• You enjoy working at the intersection of backend systems and data — from services to pipelines to AI tools
• You’re proactive, take ownership of your work, and bring a drive to push things forward
• You’re fluent in English; German is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and data pipelines using Golang, contributing to our evolving service architecture
• Tackle infrastructure topics related to scalability, performance, and deployment
• Collaborate closely with the Xentral Core (PHP) team — with the opportunity to deepen your PHP knowledge over time
• Take ownership of our internal AI platform in Python, supporting analytics and automation use cases
• Contribute to the development of our new Analytics platform, then transition into broader engineering initiatives
• Work cross-functionally with product, core backend, and data teams

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy remote work options across Europe or from our office-hubs in Augsburg, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich, and Lohne (Oldenburg), along with flexible working hours
• Competitive Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits: Attractive salary packages and a generous leave policy that includes 28 annual leave days, special leave days, and nursing care days
• Our comprehensive benefits package also provides a monthly voucher to choose from a variety of providers, including Urban Sports Club, grocery stores, entertainment, and lifestyle options
• Additionally, we equip all employees with state-of-the-art home office equipment and offer a 50% subsidy on private pension plans for permanent employees in Germany
• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from a significant budget dedicated to learning and personal development, supporting your career growth and continuous learning
• Inclusive & Engaging Culture: Participate in virtual and in-person company events and in our yearly culture connect days, fostering a collaborative and vibrant company culture with minimal hierarchies and respectful communication
• Diverse & International Team: Work alongside a multicultural and international team across 17 different work locations within Europe and 32 nationalities, embracing diversity and a global perspective
• Mental Health & Well-being: Access comprehensive, evidence-based mental health care with 24/7 counseling, therapy placement, on-site support, and legal and financial guidance to help you thrive at work and in life