Mobile Backend Software Engineer

Job title:

Mobile Backend Software Engineer

Company:

MOL Group

Job description

Junior Mobile Backend Software EngineerAbout Digital FactoryIt’s a place where the agility of a start-up meets the stability of a global powerhouse!Be part of our journey as we transform from a traditional fuel retailer to a cutting-edge, digitally driven consumer goods and mobility services provider. As part of MOL Group’s 2030 – Enter Tomorrow strategy, our mission is to lead the market in Central Europe through innovative digital transformation.At Digital Factory, we harness the power of data to drive business decisions by building a comprehensive Data Lake and developing advanced analytics solutions in forecasting, category management, pricing, and workforce optimization. We’re also revolutionizing customer experience with , our new digital, app-first loyalty rewards program on the , designed to personalize and enhance convenience for our customers.MOL Group Consumer Services are currently serving approx. 10 million customers through 2,000 service stations across 9 countries, which provides an excellent scale to leverage our technologies regionally.Our engineers are innovators with a passion for business, user behavior, and data. They excel in communication, build strong relationships with non-engineers, and navigate product/engineering tradeoffs with ease. With a focus on quick product validation and end-to-end feature ownership, they drive continuous learning and impactful solutions. The Salesforce CRM Solution Architect is part of our digital engineering team who is responsible for the advancement of digital businesses and their supporting technologies and contribution towards key business decisions on both a functional and technical level.If you’re curious, proactive, and eager to make a difference, the Digital Factory’s Engineering Team is the place for you!About the RoleWe are looking to hire an experienced and passionate Junior Mobile Backend Software Engineer to join Digital Factory. The new team member will be part of a dynamic development team, working primarily with Java and Spring Boot to design and implement backend services that support mobile applications. The role also includes creating and maintaining RESTful APIs, ensuring seamless integration with front-end mobile apps. This role is ideal for someone with a positive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn. The Junior Engineer should have the ability to write simple, maintainable code and be eager to grow in the backend development space.Main Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services for mobile applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement RESTful APIs to support mobile applications, ensuring data flows efficiently and securely.
• Collaborate with front-end mobile developers to ensure seamless integration of backend services with mobile interfaces.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, applying feedback to continuously improve coding skills and standards.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues in backend services and API interactions.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving performance bottlenecks and bugs in the backend system.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, particularly in mobile backend technologies.
• Engage in technical discussions, asking questions to enhance understanding of mobile backend systems and Java development.
• Work closely with senior developers, mobile developers, and product teams to understand project requirements and deliver technical solutions.
• Provide clear communication on progress, challenges, and ideas for improving backend performance and reliability.

About Your Experience and Skills

• Education

• University or college degree with specialization in Computer Science or Information Systems or equivalent.
• Experience

• 0-2 years of experience in software development, particularly in Java backend development.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful API implementation and backend system integration.
• Previous exposure to mobile application backend systems is a plus.
• Professional and Technical Competencies

• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Java and experience with Spring Boot framework.
• Understanding of RESTful API design principles and hands-on experience in building APIs.
• Exposure to version control systems, preferably Git.
• Experience with tools like Postman, Swagger, and basic knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
• Basic knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Salesforce.com / core and CRM system knowledge is a plus.
• Professional usage of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Atlassian JIRA and Confluence.
• Soft Skills

• Proactive mindset with a positive attitude and a strong sense of ownership, and team mentality.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work, and security in development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on customer-centric solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Hungarian and English for cross-functional collaboration.
• Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning, adapting, and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.
• Openness to work with different cultures across CEE.

What We Offer

• Work with an advanced and innovative tech stack.
• Collaborate with multinational teams and projects across the CEE region.
• Enjoy tremendous opportunities for continuous learning and growth in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Explore versatile career paths in a dynamically growing international organization at Local and Group level.
• Gain cross-industry experience through our expanding portfolio of businesses (both within and beyond MOL Group).
• Be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace that values innovation and creativity.
• Enjoy a hybrid work model: two days of home office and three days at the beautiful MOL Campus.
• Access Medicover health insurance and an extensive benefit package, including an annual bonus and maximalized fringe benefits.
• Participate in regular team outings and MOL family events.

How to apply?If you wish to form the future with us, please submit your applications via our career site:Main Recruitment Steps

• Initial call: You will be contacted by MOL Recruitment via phone for a short chat.
• Interview: You can expect two or a maximum of three interview rounds, where you can meet your direct manager, some experts from the team, ask your questions and present your skills and career path. We always make sure you receive timely feedback after each round.
• Technical Assessment: You will either receive a take-home assignment after the first interview or be asked to solve an exercise on the spot at one of the interviews.

If you would like to know more about Digital Factory: digitalfactory.infoMeet your Hiring Manager: Dániel Győrfi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielgyorfi/)At MOL Group, we know that our strength lies in diversity. During the selection process, we provide equal opportunities to all applicants with the appropriate qualifications and work experience, regardless of age, gender, disability, or reduced work capacity, sexual orientation, or ethnicity. At MOL Group, everyone matters.If you have any specific needs related to your reduced work capacity at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform our recruitment team! We are happy to assist.

Expected salary

Location

Budapest

Job date

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:26:27 GMT

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