Senior Software Engineer – Backend / Fullstack (d/f/m)

Strong experience as a Software Engineer in production environments

Solid backend skills (Java, Kotlin, or similar) and/or fullstack experience

Experience building scalable, reliable systems

Ability to navigate ambiguity and contribute to problem definition

A strong sense of ownership and accountability

Clear communication and collaboration skills

Experience in payroll, fintech, or regulated domains

Exposure to distributed systems or event-driven architectures

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS)

Interest or experience in AI-driven development workflows

This is a general application for Senior Software Engineers across Personio .

Rather than asking you to pick the “right” team upfront, we’ll work with you to find the best fit based on your experience and interests.

You apply once

We assess your experience, strengths, and interests

We match you to the team and problem space where you’ll have the most impact

This allows us to find the best fit for you across multiple product areas, rather than limiting you to a single role.

At Personio, we’re building the People Operating System for Europe.

You’ll be joining a high-growth, product-led company where engineering plays a central role in shaping the business. Our teams work on complex, high-impact systems that directly affect customers’ day-to-day operations.

What you can expect:

Competitive salary and equity

28 days holiday, increasing with tenure

Hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office)

20 Flex Days to work from anywhere in Europe

A strong engineering culture focused on ownership and impact