Back End Developer

The role of the Senior Backend Developer is to design, develop and maintain the backend part of our network management system – the SoSmart software suite.

Introduction

Smartoptics provides innovative optical networking solutions for a new era of open networking. We focus on solving network challenges and increasing the competitiveness of our customers. Our customer base includes cable and telecom operators, cloud providers, Internet exchanges, governments and thousands of enterprises.

The candidate will be part of the R&D team. The R&D team develops complete systems including both hardware and software.

Position summary

We are looking for a senior backend developer for the SoSmart software suite, https://smartoptics.com/products/sosmart/. The team is multinational, but this position is seated in our Stockholm office. We are working agile according to the SAFe methodology. Some possibility for work from home, but most days we try to meet in our office in Kista, Stockholm.

Requirements

• Based in the Stockholm area
• Exam within relevant field, e.g. MSc in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
• Good communication skills in English, preferably also in Swedish
• Experience from Python development
• Experience with web frameworks and REST APIs
• Experience with databases

Considered beneficial

• Experience with Django and Django REST frameworks
• Micro-service architectures and containerization (e.g. Docker)
• Asynchronous programming (e.g. using Asyncio or Celery)
• Development experience on Linux
• Experience with network technologies (IP, Ethernet, DWDM)
• Experience with SDN (software-defined network) architectures and related protocols (e.g. RESTCONF, NETCONF and gNMI)
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Knowledge of agile development

Smartoptics R&D team is located in Kista with head office in Oslo, Norway. Benefits include pension, health insurance, bonus scheme, 6 weeks’ vacation and flexible working hours. For more information about Smartoptics, please see smartoptics.com/about.

Furthermore, note that you must have a Swedish/EU work permit. No relocation assistance or visa support provided. No recruiters or agencies, please.

About Smartoptics

Smartoptics is a Scandinavian company founded in 2006. We provide innovative optical networking solutions for the new era of open networking. Our focus is on solving network challenges and enhancing the competitiveness of our customers. Our clientele includes cable and telecom operators, cloud providers, Internet exchanges, governments, and thousands of enterprises.

At Smartoptics, we value inclusivity and prioritize the well-being of our employees. We foster a positive company culture and provide a supportive work environment.