Back-End / Full Stack Java Engineer
Permanent employee, Full-time · Berlin, Sachsen, Bayern, Sachsen-Anhalt, Hessen, Baden-Württemberg, Rheinland-Pfalz, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Köln
Why this role matters
This role is vital to the continued success of Labforward, particularly Labfolder, as a powerful tool for managing scientific data. By contributing to the development of new features, improving the maintainability of the codebase, and supporting deployments, you’ll directly enhance the product’s reliability and usability. As you take ownership of key areas, your work will ensure Labfolder meets the evolving needs of scientists, empowering them to focus on their research while relying on our innovative solutions.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain code to improve Labfolder, addressing new features, bug fixes, and system enhancements.
- Collaborate with the team to refine our processes, improve code quality, and ensure product reliability through peer reviews and testing.
- Build a deep understanding of Labfolder and take ownership of its deployment and support.
- Work pragmatically and effectively to deliver solutions that meet customer needs while improving maintainability and scalability.
- Participate in open communication with colleagues, contributing to a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Required tech stack
- Back-End: Java, Spring, Hibernate, MySQL, REST API, Elasticsearch, AWS S3, RabbitMQ
- Front-End: JavaScript, TypeScript, Aurelia, Webpack, HTML5, SCSS, Material Design Web
- Other: GitHub, Gradle, Docker, Kubernetes, CircleCI, AWS: Route53, S3 Bucket, EKS
What we’re looking for
- We’re seeking an experienced engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and building reliable, scalable solutions.
- The role involves developing and maintaining code while improving the usability and maintainability of the product. It also requires close collaboration with teammates and cross-functional teams, ensuring solutions are practical and aligned with user needs.
- We value engineers who approach problem-solving pragmatically, communicate effectively, and take ownership of their work, all while contributing to a team that prioritizes trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Your profile
- 6+ years of professional experience working in collaborative team environments, contributing to complex software projects.
- At least 6 years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining Java-based web applications.
- Experience working on SaaS products, including familiarity with scalable architectures, cloud deployment, and delivering continuous value to customers.
- Proficiency in Java and REST API development.
- Hands-on experience with at least one modern Java application framework, preferably Spring Boot.
- Familiarity with build tools such as Gradle or Maven.
- Understanding of test designs, patterns, and anti-patterns, including TDD, BDD, and others.
- Experience with at least one CI tool (e.g., CircleCI, Travis).
- Working knowledge of at least one SQL database, such as MySQL or Postgres.
- Proficiency in at least one modern frontend framework, preferably React or AngularJS.
- Familiarity with bundling tools like Webpack.
- Strong knowledge of HTML5 and SCSS.
Preferred Experience
- Familiarity with Kubernetes and containerization tools like Docker.
- Knowledge of TypeScript and cloud deployment platforms like AWS.
- Experience with Elasticsearch, code coverage tools, and API documentation tools.
- Understanding of OpenID, LDAP, or Active Directory.
What we offer
- Drive laboratory innovation initiatives using cutting-edge technology and AI to advance digitalization and automation trends.
- Work with a diverse and international team that values trust, collaboration, learning, and ownership.
- Enjoy working from a spacious and beautiful office in the heart of Berlin, while benefiting from flexibility: We support office-first, remote-first, or hybrid-working models, depending on your role requirements
- Benefit from modern equipment tailored to meet your professional needs.
- Stay fit with a gym membership at John Reed, conveniently located right next to our office.
- Work on a flexible schedule, with core working hours from 10:00 to 16:00.
- Take advantage of 30 days of annual leave, with options for sabbaticals and additional perks.
- Receive support for your commute, including contributions to public transportation tickets.
- Relocation support for international applicants is provided.
- Grow with tailored onboarding, training, and career development plans designed to help you excel in your role and continuously develop professionally.
- Feel welcome to participate in regular team and company events, including off-sites, get-togethers, and team-driven initiatives that foster connections, team spirit and create more nice moments together as a team.
Why Labforward?
Our team consists of dynamic, multidisciplinary, and international professionals who aim to change the
landscape of scientific research and laboratory management. Labforward brings together experts in software development, data science, life sciences, and engineering with a shared passion for innovation, science, and chemical and pharmaceutical development.
Our mission, vision, and products make a difference - the solutions we develop support scientists and lab staff, making their work easier and paving the way for breakthrough discoveries, innovative drug
development, and environmentally friendly chemicals. We are shaping the laboratory of the future together as a team and with our customers and partners.
Our people are the most important thing - Labforward offers the unique opportunity to grow into roles. With flexible working hours and policies for remote working and professional development, we strive to create the best possible working environment.
Our culture matters - we are a growing, international company: our employees support each other, are agile and inclusive.
How can we get in touch
Visit our Website: www.labforward.io
Visit our career page: https://www.labforward.io/careers/
Write an email to our People Operations team: careers@labforward.io
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About us
Labforward is a pioneering technology company at the forefront of digitizing and automating laboratory management and scientific research. With a commitment to empowering scientists and other lab professionals, Labforward develops innovative solutions that streamline laboratory workflows, enhance data integrity, and accelerate scientific discovery and development.
Through its suite of cutting-edge software products, Labforward enables seamless collaboration, efficient data management, and rigorous compliance with industry regulations. By leveraging state-of-the-art technologies such as IoT and cloud-computing, enterprise-ready software engineering and excellency in project management, Labforward's solutions empower labs to optimize resource utilization, reduce errors, and drive productivity.
Labforward's mission is rooted in the belief that efficient laboratory operations and robust data management are fundamental to advancing scientific research, development and manufacturing across various domains, including academia, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and beyond. By providing a comprehensive ecosystem of tools that cater to the diverse needs of modern laboratories, Labforward is reshaping the way laboratory work is conducted and accelerating the pace of breakthrough discoveries and quality control (QC) processes.
With a dedicated team of experts in software development, data science, and laboratory management, Labforward remains committed to its core values of precision, reliability, and customer-centricity. By bridging the gap between technology and science, Labforward shapes the future of laboratory research and contributes significantly to the advancement of human understanding and innovation.
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