Mid-level Backend Engineer, IAM at DataSnipper (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
DataSnipper· Amsterdam, Netherlands·
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Job description
We are looking for a Mid-level Backend Engineer to join the Identity & Access Management (IAM) team at DataSnipper!
In this role, you'll work on core platform services that power authentication, authorization, and access across our product. You’ll help build reliable, secure, and scalable systems that enable all backend teams.
This is a foundational platform role where your work will directly impact every part of the product.
ABOUT DATASNIPPER
DataSnipper is the driving force behind an intelligent automation platform that’s transforming the world of audit and finance.
Founded in 2017, DataSnipper has grown into a $1B unicorn, with over 500,000 users across 160+ countries and offices in Amsterdam, New York, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Mexico City.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Build and maintain core IAM services (authentication, authorization, access management)
- Develop scalable and secure backend systems
- Collaborate with other backend teams to ensure seamless integrations
- Contribute to improving system reliability and performance
- Participate in an on-call rotation (second line after tech support)
WHAT YOU BRING
- 3–6 years of backend development experience with OOP languages (C#, Java, Python, TypeScript, etc.)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)
- Solid understanding of API development
- Experience building scalable systems
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
- Bias to action and sense of ownership
- Ability to work independently on defined tasks and clearly communicate blockers
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot)
- Good amount of experience around testing and various methodologies
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Exposure to authentication / authorization systems
- Familiarity with microservices architecture
- Experience with Docker or Kubernetes
- Interest in backend security and platform systems
- Experience working in platform teams
- Experience working in startups or scaleups
WHAT WE OFFER
- Being part of one of the fastest-growing scale-ups in the Netherlands
- Make an impact by disrupting the audit industry with us
- 28 vacation days on a full-time basis
- Excellent salary
- Pension plan
- Stock participation plan
- Hybrid mode of work (at least 3 days onsite in Amsterdam)
- International working environment
- Daily lunch provided by our in-house chef 🍽️
- Access to OpenUp (mental health platform)
- Friday drinks and team events 🤩
RECRUITMENT STEPS
- Recruiter screen
- Hiring Manager interview
- Peer programming session
- System design interview
- Final interviews
Why work at DataSnipper
- Culture: EMPWR values – Exceed Customer Expectations, Master Ownership, Power in Partnership, Welcome the Unknown, Results at Speed. Emphasis on collaboration, ownership, and customer‑centricity.
- Work environment: Modern offices with waterside views (Amsterdam), healthy lunches, ping‑pong, pool table, cozy fireplace and bar. 50% of employees come by bike; 70% join Friday drinks.
- Perks: 28 vacation days (full‑time), competitive salaries, solid pension, stock participation plan. Regular social activities.
- Growth: “One of the fastest‑growing scale‑ups in the Netherlands” – opportunities for rapid career advancement and skill development.
- Diversity: 40+ nationalities, inclusive and international atmosphere.
- Sustainability: Committed to 1% for the Planet and actively works to make a positive environmental impact.
- Work policy: Multiple offices; hybrid likely, but not explicitly stated. Open positions span Engineering, Product, Marketing, Customer Success, etc.