Lead DXP Engineer

Take responsibility for the conception, further development and implementation of applications, with a particular focus on scalability, security and performance. Develop high-performance Java-based applications within project teams and in close collaboration with subject matter experts. Conduct code reviews to ensure quality standards, best practices and continuous optimization of the codebase. Continuously improve our development tools and automated testing and build processes.

At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the experience economy. Whether we're building the next great app, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions of users, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions, it's all in the name of crafting experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by dentsu's legacy of innovation and creativity originating in Japan, we've spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, and connect meaningfully with their audiences. We've been named a global "Leader" by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management.

• A completed degree in computer science or comparable qualifications

• Several years of practical professional experience as a Java backend developer in a web environment

• Experience with code review processes and agile working methods such as Scrum

• Experience developing data-driven applications using Java, Spring Boot and SQL, with web frontends built in TypeScript or Vaadin

• Experience developing CMS solutions, such as Magnolia or AEM

• A strong commitment to software design quality

• A conceptual and systematic approach combined with a strong implementation focus, and the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and appropriately for different audiences

• Strong analytical thinking, a proactive and independent working style, and excellent collaboration and teamwork skills

• The ability and willingness to quickly familiarize yourself with a broad and demanding range of tasks and take ownership

• Professional proficiency in German and English