Senior Fullstack Software Engineer
As a Senior Fullstack Software Engineer at MPS-EU, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining both the frontend and backend components of our applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet our business needs and exceed our customers' expectations.
Rakuten Group
Rakuten, founded in 1997, is a Global Innovation Company based in Japan. With over 70 diverse businesses spanning e-commerce, digital content, fintech, and communications, and 32,000 employees, we serve 1.6 billion members worldwide. Our mission is to empower people and society through innovation and entrepreneurship.
Rakuten Tech in Europe
Rakuten Tech in Europe, a part of the Rakuten Group's Global Innovation Hub, serves as the regional hub for the European-based members of the Technology Division. We provide and optimize global platforms to support businesses within the Rakuten Ecosystem, tailoring them to specific use cases in Europe and beyond.
With over 130 members across 7 countries and 12 offices, our presence spans France (Paris), Spain (Barcelona), UK (Belfast and London), Estonia (Tallinn), and Germany (Berlin). Our diverse team is formed of more than 20 nationalities and collaborates with all members of the Technology Divisions on a regular basis.
Membership Platform Section
The European Membership Platform Section is responsible for integrating the Rakuten Ecosystem with European Rakuten Business Units as well as working closely with other Rakuten Europe Teams due to making Rakuten Company stronger in the EMEA region.
Key Responsibilities- Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and efficient backend systems and APIs using Node.js.
- Develop and maintain dynamic, responsive, and user-friendly frontend applications using frameworks such as React or Vue.js.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues and bugs.
- Optimize application performance and ensure high availability and reliability.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team.
- Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of professional experience in fullstack software development.
- Proficiency in frontend technologies such as React, Vue.js, or similar frameworks.
- Strong experience with backend development using Node.js.
- Solid understanding of database systems, both SQL and No SQL (e.g. Postgre SQL, My SQL, Mongo DB).
- Strong focus on quality: automated test coverage checks, maintainability checks, etc.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as GCP or AWS.
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
- Experience with Type Script for both frontend and backend development.
- Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g. Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
- A team player who can work well in a collaborative environment.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English, and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally.
- Experience with Java/Kotlin for backend development.
- Experience with Ruby, Ruby on Rails.
- Experience with Kafka / Rabbit MQ / Active MQ or any other message broker.
- Experience with Redis, Elastic Search, Varnish, or similar.
- Experience with functional programming languages like Elm.
- Working knowledge of Agile methodologies and practices.
- Annual bonus
- Stock-option
- Flexible working hours
- Access to learning and career development resources
- Access to certifications and tech conferences
- Being part of multicultural teams with more than 20 nationalities
- Extra time off during your Birthday and Company anniversary
- Possibility to organize your time to have your Fridays afternoons off
- A brand new office with all modern conveniences and sea view
- Rakuten TV Flex : 57 per month to spend on healthcare, food, commute, kindergarten
- 16 hours of volunteering actions per year
As an employer, Rakuten Tech in Europe is committed to developing an inclusive working environment. Access to employment is open to all, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or social status.
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