Software Engineer - Backend (Java, Azure)

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated Software Engineer to be part of a large-scale transformation of H&M’s online platform by contributing to a central platform that supports teams across the organization. You will have the opportunity to influence architecture, engineering standards, and developer experience while working on impactful solutions with long-term value. You will be part of the Product Team – Hybris Strangling, working on the Global Configuration Service (GCS) built on Azure App Configuration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design and maintain backend services, APIs, and Java-based SDKs for the Global Configuration Service.
• Design and implement cloud-native solutions on Azure, including event-driven and API-based architectures.
• Improve application performance, scalability, and reliability through optimization techniques and caching strategies.
• Ensure secure service communication and compliance with security standards across distributed systems.
• Collaborate with frontend, backend, platform, and security teams to deliver scalable solutions.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of strong Java backend development experience with expertise in REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including cloud-native solutions and IAM/RBAC.
• Experience with event-driven architectures, API integrations, and shared libraries/SDKs.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Maven, Git, and caching mechanisms like Redis.
• Experience implementing testing strategies, including automation and integration testing.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Azure App Configuration or similar platforms.
• Experience with messaging patterns, API management, and API gateway solutions.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk.
• Exposure to SAP Commerce/Hybris and legacy modernization approaches.

Skills

• Java
• Azure
• REST APIs
• Microservices
• CI/CD