Software Backend Developer

Validio AB is a Stockholm-based software company providing a data quality and observability platform. The role is part of the Validation Engine team, responsible for backend services that read data from source systems (e.g. BigQuery, Snowflake, Kafka), run data validation logic, and report incidents to downstream systems. The employee will design, develop, test, and maintain backend components of this system. Main duties Design, develop, and maintain backend services in Rust and Go Develop and maintain SQL query generation logic across multiple database dialects (e.g. BigQuery, Snowflake, ClickHouse, Postgres) Define and maintain service contracts using Protocol Buffers and gRPC Build and maintain data source connectors, including schema introspection and authentication Diagnose and resolve production issues in distributed backend systems Write automated tests and maintain technical documentation for backend components Collaborate with Customer Success and Solutions Engineering teams to translate reported technical issues into engineering solutions Deploy and operate services using Kubernetes and related infrastructure tooling Qualifications University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience Documented professional experience developing and maintaining production backend services in Rust or Go Strong working knowledge of SQL, including query optimization and execution plan analysis Experience with distributed systems and message-streaming technologies (e.g. Kafka) Experience with containerized deployment (Kubernetes) Professional proficiency in English

Are you passionate about digital security? We are looking for you!In Swedbank you have the opportunity to: Analyse, design, develop, test and maintain services delivered by the team Ensure quality, accessibility and care when designing, building and maintaining software Work with architectural design in collaboration with architects Participate in a feedback culture where you both review and receive feedback to improve code quality Collaborate with the product owner, business analyst and other roles to refine and prioritise the product backlogs Handle maintenance and operations of our active services in accordance with existing processes Work in a value stream where Harmonize is our way of working What is needed in this role: 3-5 years of experience with Java and Spring Boot A good understanding of clean architecture, API design, microservices, and distributed systems A great team player with a collaborative mindset who works well in mob/pair programming Interest in adopting and experimenting with AI as a development tool Able to communicate efficiently in English A solution-oriented person with a customer-centric and business value driven mindset. Self- sufficient and self-organized with a desire to continuously improve. Capability to deliver in a changing and fast-moving environment. With us, you can experience: Personal and professional growth through self-leadership and continuous development. Meaningful work that positively impacts our workplace, our customers, and society. An open and collaborative culture that encourages cross-functional teamwork and provides networking opportunities. A supportive and inclusive environment that promotes a balanced and sustainable work-life, with flexible working conditions when suitable for the role. Benefits such as our share based reward program Eken, company pension plan, employee offer for banking products, health insurance. "Join our team and... become part of an inclusive and high‑performing team that constantly strives to improve how we work. We are responsible for Swedbank’s digital login methods, including BankID and fraud prevention in customer channels. Our mission is to ensure that every customer feels safe and confident when using Swedbank’s digital channels, a responsibility that truly drives us. Right now, we are focused on increasing efficiency, sharing our knowledge more broadly, and continuing to deliver at a consistently high level as a high‑performance team” Tove Zander, your future manager We look forward to receiving your application by 09.08.2026.  Location: Stockholm Recruiting manager: Tove Zander We may begin the selection during the application period, so we welcome your application as soon as possible. We would like to let you know that a background check and a drug test may be a part of the process for this role. We have made our choice regarding recruitment media and therefore kindly decline contact with ad sellers or sellers of other recruitment services. We want to inform you that the selection process may begin after the summer holidays. Swedbank does not discriminate anybody based on gender, age, sexual orientation or sexual identity, ethnicity, religion or disability – everybody is welcome. #LI-Hybrid