At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD.

Your Tasks:

• Works in an agile framework to deliver solution artifacts (code, documentation, unit testing) with a focus on backend functionality
• Actively contributes to populating the backlog with technical features and system enhancements
• Utilizes common and DI (Data Intelligence)-team specific backend tools along with Azure DevOps effectively
• Aligns objectives, priorities, and business requirements with the Product Owner and Project Manager
• Ensures timely delivery of robust, scalable, and high-performance backend solutions
• Contributes to technology decisions and owns the backend software stack
• Maintains deep knowledge of database systems, API integrations, and server architectures
• Keeps backend-related documentation up-to-date and comprehensive
• Supports the technology lead in developing and refining the overall Solution Roadmap

Your Qualification:

• Excellent knowledge of backend programming languages and frameworks, in particular Python and .NET, in particular in the domain of generative AI
• Proficiency in managing databases and designing robust RESTful APIs
• Proven experience in backend development, particularly with logic-heavy, performance-critical and high availability systems
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in industry or academia focused on commercial backend projects
• Experience working with cloud technologies and microservice architectures
• In-depth understanding of server-side application architecture, security practices, and data storage strategies
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve technical issues autonomously
• Familiarity with agile development practices and the ability to work independently
• Familiarity with DevOps methodologies and CI / CD pipelines to streamline deployment and operations
• Pragmatic approach to problem-solving and decision-making
• Adaptability to different business contexts and environments
• Highly motivated to tackle challenging problems
• Team player with the ability to collaborate in international and multicultural teams
• Strong communication skills, fluent in English (oral and written) and proficient in German (B1 level or above)
• Bachelor / master’s degree in computer science, AI, Information Technology, or related field
• Specific training to maintain and extend technology and programming knowledge
• Cybersecurity training
• Advanced courses in DevOps, system architecture, and data management concepts

At TÜV SÜD, we have employees from more than 100 different countries collaborating together. People of different backgrounds, skills, and pursuing different life goals. Our strength comes from these countless and varied perspectives.

We are committed to be an inclusive and diverse workplace by welcoming people of all backgrounds. We want Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) to be a foundation of our company and create an environment where all our employees can trust they will be treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, or identity. As such, our employees are expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with TÜV SÜD Code of Ethics and Company values.

We firmly believe embedding D&I in the heart of what we do will inherently contribute to the success of TÜV SÜD. Click here to find out more about Diversity at TÜV SÜD.