Software Engineer (all genders)

Your creative field

We are looking for a full-time, permanent Software Engineer (all genders) to start as soon as possible.
We operate remote-first within Germany, but if you live close to one of our locations (Munich, Cologne, Hamburg or Berlin), you are free to choose whether you work hybrid or fully on-site.


As a Software Engineer in our team, you will contribute to the development of new features based on clearly defined tasks and requirements.
You will work on real product challenges and help shape solutions that deliver tangible value to our customers. Over time, you will build a deep understanding of our system architecture and business domain, enabling you to make sound technical decisions in your daily work.

You actively follow architectural guidelines and take responsibility for writing high-quality unit and integration tests to ensure the stability, reliability, and long-term maintainability of our software.
Code quality is important to us, and you will play a key role in upholding best practices across different areas such as SQL databases, web services, CI/CD pipelines and message-driven systems.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product, QA and other developers, to translate new ideas and requirements into practical, well-designed technical solutions.
Part of your role will also include supporting performance improvements, identifying technical weaknesses, and contributing to testing efforts to help us continuously improve our systems and processes.

If you are looking for a role where you can grow your skills, take ownership and be part of a supportive and collaborative team culture, we would love to hear from you.

What convinces us

Your personality, paired with:

Must-have:

• A degree in Computer Engineering,Software Engineering or a related field
• Proficiency with SQL databases
• Knowledge of event driven backend architectures
• Understanding of and abilityto design REST APIs
• Fluent English skills and the willingness to use them within the team to enable effective collaboration

Should-have:

• Understanding of authentication and authorization concepts (e.g. OAuth2)
• Experience in frontend Development and frontend architecture
• Experience in maintaining and improving CI/CD pipelines

Nice-to-have:

• Experience working with Kubernetes and Docker
• Ability to understand and work with event-driven systems

We know that you may not currently meet all the requirements. But if you come to us with the right amount of commitment and enthusiasm, we can take off together and make a big difference.

Awesome Prospects

At Contabo, we are constantly evolving. Our growth creates space for new ideas, ownership, and real impact for people who want to make a difference.

What defines us is trust, direct communication, and an open feedback culture. We believe the best solutions are built together and that everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and leave their own footprint.

Additionally, we offer:

• Work the way that fits your life – Remote or hybrid with flexible hours for a healthy work-life balance and the same technical equipment at home as in the office
• Experience real freedom – Workation across the EU and in our summer office in Mallorca
• Stay active and healthy – Access to EGYM Wellpass and thousands of fitness and wellness facilities
• Enjoy exclusive perks – Attractive discounts on many products and services through our corporate benefits program
• Recharge your energy – 30 days of vacation plus additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
• Give back – An extra day off to get involved in social activities through our Volunteer Day
• Make an impact – Take ownership and bring your ideas to life with real creative freedom
• Keep growing – Individual professional and personal development opportunities in an innovative tech environment
• Feel comfortable where you work – Modern, conveniently located offices across our European locations
• Be part of a diverse team – Work in an international environment shaped by diversity
• Create lasting memories – Company events and team activities you won’t forget

How to reach us

If you have any questions you can reach Alina by phone at +49 (0) 89 244 106 7714.

About us

Contabo - High-quality Cloud Hosting Made in Germany!

As a leading infrastructure service provider in the field of cloud instances and dedicated servers, we have stood for first-class quality, reliability and favorable prices since our foundation in Munich in 2003. Meanwhile, more than 225,000 customers in over 190 countries trust our services.

We specialize in providing German quality to users worldwide, focusing on the stability and security of our data centers, the optimization of internal processes, and excellent customer support.

Become a part of our future-oriented company, which plays a significant role in the development of digital cloud hosting, and support us with your ideas and commitment.