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Principal Software Development Engineer at Axel Springer | Berlin

On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

7-10+ years of software engineering experience with profound expertise in distributed systems and cloud architecture. Demonstrated success in building and managing systems at significant scale in high-throughput, high-availability environments. Expert-level knowledge of Kubernetes and experience with cloud platforms (preferably AWS), containerization, and DevOps methodologies. Extensive experience with service-oriented architectures, microservices patterns, and API design. Proficient with modern infrastructure tools and practices such as Infrastructure as Code, observability, service mesh, etc. Familiarity with AI development tools like Cursor, Cline, and Claude Code to enhance development workflows. A polyglot mindset with a high degree of adaptability and curiosity – quick learner, easily adaptable, and willing to explore beyond comfort zones. A solution-oriented mindset with a

About the job

  • Design and implement robust, scalable architectures that serve millions of users across renowned platforms like BILD, WELT, POLITICO Germany, and BUSINESS INSIDER Germany.
  • Guide architectural decisions across various engineering teams while providing hands-on support to tackle intricate challenges in distributed systems.
  • Develop and manage cloud-native infrastructure utilizing Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and performance at an enterprise scale.
  • Empower engineering teams with platform decisions, tools, and architectural direction that enhance development velocity.
  • Create and execute service architectures, API gateways, and inter-service communication patterns for our multi-brand ecosystem.
  • Oversee infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines (cloud, containers) to maintain stable and efficient systems across all properties.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex production issues, collaborating directly with teams to implement effective solutions.
  • Mentor colleagues in best practices for distributed systems, conduct architecture reviews, and promote technical excellence throughout the organization.
  • Transform complex infrastructure needs into clear technical strategies for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

About Axel Springer News Media National

Axel Springer is at the forefront of digital publishing in Europe and a global media and technology powerhouse headquartered in Berlin. With prestigious brands such as BILD, POLITICO Germany, WELT, and BUSINESS INSIDER Germany, we engage millions of users around the globe. We merge the reach of an established industry leader with the agility and innovative spirit of a startup, continuously pushing the boundaries to redefine journalism for the digital era. Our corporate strategy centers on AI, embodying the belief that the integration of artificial intelligence with human creativity will shape the future of media. Our National Media & Tech division serves as the hub for cutting-edge technology that supports our journalism, ensuring our brands flourish in the digital landscape. We are committed to the future of journalism as a viable business model, investing in pioneering technologies.

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