<div class="show-more-less-html__markup show-more-less-html__markup--clamp-after-5 relative overflow-hidden"> <strong>About The Company<br/><br/></strong>Ippen Digital GmbH &amp; Co. KG is a pioneering organization at the forefront of integrating Agentic AI technology into the editorial workflow. As a technology division of IPPEN.MEDIA, we leverage advanced AI tools to enhance quality assurance and boost productivity in journalism. Our mission is to develop innovative solutions that ensure quality journalism not only survives but maintains a technological edge against the dominance of global algorithms. IPPEN.MEDIA is a highly interconnected media ecosystem committed to fostering pluralistic, independent, and future-proof local journalism. Located in the heart of Munich, our modern media house embodies a start-up mentality driven by a genuine passion for digital journalism. Our state-of-the-art technology stack, cross-functional and agile teams, and impactful work enable us to shape the German digital press landscape significantly.<br/><br/><strong>About The Role<br/><br/></strong>We are seeking a skilled Java Backend Engineer (m/w/d) to join our innovative team. In this role, you will be instrumental in further developing our USER.ID platform, a core component of our publishing ecosystem. Your responsibilities will include designing, implementing, and optimizing microservice architectures within an AWS-based Kubernetes environment. Collaborating within an agile, cross-functional team, you will actively contribute your technical expertise to build scalable, secure, and efficient backend solutions. You will also take on technical coordination tasks, guiding both your immediate team and cross-team collaborations. As part of a transformative project, you will assist in rebuilding and advancing significant parts of our publishing platform. Sharing your knowledge and mentoring junior developers will be a key aspect of your contribution, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.<br/><br/><strong>Qualifications<br/><br/></strong>The ideal candidate will have a completed degree in computer science or a comparable qualification, with at least five years of professional experience in Java and Java EE development. Deep understanding of OAuth2, OIDC, and secure JWT handling is essential, along with practical experience working with identity providers such as Keycloak for integration and operation. You should possess solid knowledge of designing and operating microservices, adhering to best practices in software architecture. Proficiency in working with relational databases, REST APIs (OpenAPI), Kubernetes, Kibana, and Grafana is required. Experience with unit and integration testing frameworks like JUnit 5, Mockito, and Spring Tests is also necessary. Fluency in German and good command of English are important, with the ability to integrate effectively into a collaborative team environment.<br/><br/><strong>Responsibilities<br/><br/></strong><ul><li>Develop and enhance USER.ID, our central product within the publishing platform.</li><li>Design, implement, and optimize microservice architectures in an AWS Kubernetes environment.</li><li>Participate actively in an agile, cross-functional team, contributing technical expertise and innovative solutions.</li><li>Lead technical coordination efforts within your team and across departments to ensure seamless integration and performance.</li><li>Contribute to rebuilding and advancing key components of our publishing platform.</li><li>Mentor and share knowledge with colleagues, supporting the professional growth of junior developers.<br/><br/></li></ul><strong>Benefits<br/><br/></strong><ul><li>Participation in regular company events and a flat hierarchy fostering a transparent culture.</li><li>Financial support such as cafeteria allowances and contributions to your pension scheme.</li><li>Options for bike leasing and employee discounts through corporate benefits programs.</li><li>Flexibility in choosing your preferred work setup, including the possibility to work abroad temporarily.</li><li>Generous vacation policy with 30 days off, along with flexible working hours and sabbaticals.</li><li>Structured onboarding, ongoing coaching, and access to the ID Academy for continuous development.</li><li>Supportive and respectful team environment comprising motivated, creative colleagues.</li><li>Modern office located in Munich’s city center with a hybrid working model.</li><li>Opportunity to actively shape the future of independent, local journalism in Germany.<br/><br/></li></ul>Equal Opportunity<br/><br/>We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, or other characteristics. Our hiring process is based solely on merit and qualifications, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success. </div>