Kotlin Backend Engineer

Backend Engineer (Kotlin, Kafka, AI/LLM systems) – Zaandam – ALTEN Nederland

The Position

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Backend Engineer to join our engineering team in Zaandam.

As Backend Engineer, your main tasks will include:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining backend services and APIs for enterprise applications;
• Building and optimizing AI-driven systems, including automation and chatbot solutions;
• Integrating new features into large-scale systems and ensuring seamless data processing;
• Taking end-to-end ownership of backend systems, from design to deployment and maintenance;
• Collaborating with development teams to implement scalable and reliable solutions;
• Ensuring high performance, security, and maintainability of backend infrastructure.

Your Profile

• Completed bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience as a Backend Engineer.
• Fluency in Dutch and English is a must.
• Strong knowledge of Kotlin, Spring Boot, and Maven.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, ArgoCD, Postgres, MongoDB, and Redis.
• Familiarity with Git, GitHub, Kafka, and cloud-based backend systems.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
• Proactive attitude with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders.

Working Conditions

• You get a permanent contract.
• You get a lease car with a fuel card.
• Possibility of hybrid working.
• Monthly net expense allowance.
• 27 vacation days with the possibility to purchase 10 extra vacation days.
• Pension scheme without personal contribution.

What we offer

• Access to exciting projects in key sectors: Defence, Transport, Telecom, Finance
• A diverse client base: Collaborations with both large corporations and smaller players across the Netherlands
• A real career development plan: Continuous training, coaching, daily knowledge sharing
• An innovative and collaborative environment

About ALTEN

ALTEN is a world leader in engineering and technology consulting, with over 57,700 employees in more than 30 countries. We support major companies in their innovation, R&D, and digital transformation projects across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, energy, finance, life sciences, and telecommunications.

Present in the Netherlands for over 20 years, ALTEN Nederland operates from its offices in Eindhoven, Capelle aan den IJssel, Apeldoorn, Groningen, and Amstelveen. Today, with a team of 600+ consultants, ALTEN Nederland offers a wide range of expertise across Engineering and IT fields. From Automotive to Railway, and Defence to Aeronautics, our experts deploy their knowledge to provide innovative solutions in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

Ready for a new challenge? Apply now and take part in innovative and impactful projects at ALTEN Nederland!