Senior Backend Engineer to Appostrophe

A specialist in identity, secure transactions, and digital services, IN Groupe is the global leader in secure identity and trust services. Every day, our 4,000 employees across 40 countries work to ensure that everyone has access to a reliable and secure identity, both in the physical and digital worlds. With our solutions and our international network of 10 R&D centers, we support governments and businesses in more than 130 countries. Joining IN Groupe means helping to shape the future of the identity and secure transaction market. Become part of our international teams — driven by innovation and proud to design solutions that make life easier and protect personal data for millions of people around the world. About the role We are looking for a Senior backend engineer to join our Stockholm office with strong, hands‑on expertise in modern Java, experienced in building and maintaining legacy Java code as well as setting up new microservice based applications. Brings solid proficiency in CI/CD and Azure DevOps (or comparable platforms), along with practical knowledge of cloud environments, containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, automated testing practices, and operating services reliably in production. Main responsibilities Focus on backend development, with responsibility for services, databases, and system integrations. • Develop, improve, and maintain services with a strong focus on reliability, scalability, and long-term maintainability. • Select and use technologies based on problem-solving value, not trendiness. • Ensure that deliveries are on time and secure, always balancing speed with quality. • Collaborate closely with teammates and stakeholders, enabling fast and sustainable delivery. • Over time, take a leading role in driving improvements in both technology and ways of working. Our Tech Stack (key areas for this role) • Java (primary language: deep expertise required) • SQL • REST • Docker, Kubernetes • Azure dev ops About you • Highly experienced in backend Java development and proficient with Azure. • Results-oriented: you deliver what is needed, when it is needed. • Pragmatic: you enjoy new technology but choose what best solves the current problem while limiting technical debt. • Humble and grounded: you listen, collaborate, and keep the team's best in mind. • Independent yet collaborative: you take initiative but thrive in teamwork. • User-focused: the end user's experience is always your guiding star. Qualifications • Extensive experience in Java backend development (main requirement). • Experience with both legacy Java code and modern development practices. • Solid understanding of deploying in Containers • Cyber security in general and PKI experience in particular is beneficial. • Professional proficiency in English.

Xensam: Join the Future of SAM Xensam is the leader in AI-powered, cloud-based Software Asset Management. Our technology brings clarity to complex IT environments, helping users make smart, data-driven decisions and maximize software ROI. Recognized with the Highest Growth Award and ranked #3 Overall Champion at the Main Software 50 Awards Nordics, we're scaling fast and looking for people who want to join the journey. At Xensam, you play a key role in a team built on energy, focus, and positivity. We value experience, but even more, the person behind it. Together, we build the future of SAM. About the role We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to help build and evolve the services that power the Xensam platform. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems in Rust and across a diverse technology landscape. You should enjoy understanding complex systems and contributing across multiple parts of the tech stack where needed. Working closely with Product, Engineering, Infrastructure, and Security teams, you will deliver reliable, secure, and high-performing solutions that support our continued growth. Beyond development, you will contribute to architectural decisions, improve engineering practices, and help shape the technical direction of the platform. The role offers the opportunity to mentor other engineers, drive technical initiatives, and influence how we build software at scale. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Rust Build scalable, reliable, and secure systems that support business growth Contribute to architecture decisions and technical direction across the platform Improve system performance, reliability, observability, and maintainability Identify and resolve complex technical challenges across services and integrations Refactor and modernize existing solutions in line with engineering best practices Write robust unit, integration, and end-to-end tests Participate in code reviews and help maintain high engineering standards Collaborate closely with Product, Infrastructure, and Security teams Support and mentor other engineers through knowledge sharing and technical guidance Qualifications Extensive experience in backend software development Strong experience building production systems with Rust Strong understanding of distributed systems, APIs, and backend architecture Experience building scalable, reliable, and secure services Strong foundation in software engineering principles, testing, and version control Experience working with relational databases and SQL Comfortable working with CI/CD pipelines and modern development practices Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset Strong verbal and written communication skills in fluent English (Swedish is a plus) Bonus points if you have Experience with PostgreSQL at scale Experience with cloud platforms and containerized environments Experience working in high-growth SaaS environments Understanding of modern frontend development and frameworks (e.g. React, Vue, Angular) Experience collaborating across the full stack to design and deliver user-facing features What you get A generous work culture with free drinks and snacks, office massages, and more Three days in-office (with remote work on Mondays and Fridays) An opportunity to shape your career growth while contributing to the company's success A dynamic position embracing freedom under responsibility If sales targets are met, all employees enjoy an annual destination trip Other location-specific benefits Our values at Xensam Rebellious We challenge the norm and act with initiative – always with responsibility. Humane We foster a caring, inclusive environment that values diversity and respects individuality. Harmony We value balance and create a supportive workplace where people thrive. As part of our recruitment process, we conduct background checks on final candidates to fulfill our commitments to customers and ensure a safe work environment.