(Junior) Software Developer (m/f/d)

CHECK24

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Dortmund, Germany

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5 months ago

Estimated salary

€4,553 – €7,083per month

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Description

Join CHECK24, a market leader and dynamic startup, to develop and operate productive systems. As a Junior Software Developer, you will work in agile teams with flat hierarchies, using modern tools and AI technologies to drive data-driven innovations. You will be part of the CHECK24 Steuer team in Dortmund, building a new FinTech product to simplify tax filing in Germany. This role involves end-to-end development, clean software engineering practices, and collaboration with product management and experienced developers.

Requirements

Very successfully completed degree in IT or very successfully completed training as an IT specialist for application development
Ideally practical experience through own projects, GitHub contributions, side hustles, or intensive coding practice
Proficiency in at least one programming language and ability to quickly learn new technologies
Understanding of clean, maintainable code and basic software engineering principles
Initiative and ownership: questioning things, implementing, and wanting to see software go live
Very good German language skills (at least C1)

Languages

German

C1 · Advanced

A1A2B1B2C1C2

Experience Level

InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive

Benefits

CHECK24 combines the best of both worlds: stability and security of a large company with the flexibility and flair of a dynamic startup through small units within the CHECK24 Group

Personal growth: individual technical and personal training offers, and perspectives in specialist and leadership careers due to strong, sustainable growth

Ownership for your topics: space for initiative, bringing in ideas, taking responsibility quickly, and directly influencing CHECK24's success

Great team spirit: foosball, Xbox gaming, dart tournaments, and numerous events to celebrate successes together

Comfortable environment: du-culture, relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with perks like drinks, fruit, muesli, CHECKito lunches, vouchers for CHECK24 products, and subsidized company pension scheme

Easy to reach: office in the heart of Dortmund, near the main train station, with subsidized job ticket or bike leasing program

💰 Net Salary Calculator

Tax class 1, no church tax

Gross Salary

€69,816/year

€5,818/month

Total Deductions

€27,336

39% effective rate

Net Salary (Take Home)

€3,540/mo

€42,480/year

Deduction Breakdown

🏛️ Income Tax€12,160

🏦 Pension Insurance€6,492

🏥 Health Insurance€6,103

🫶 Care Insurance€1,674

📋 Unemployment Insurance€907

🏠 Cost of Living in Dortmund

Monthly Essentials

Rent (1BR)

€750

Groceries

€280

Transport

€68

Utilities

€210

Internet

€35

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Eating Out

€11

Gym/Month

€35

Coffee

€3

Beer (0.5L)

€4

Cinema

€11

Monthly Net Salary:€3,540

Comfortable Living:€1,403

Monthly Savings:€2,137 (60%)

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Strong savings potential: You could save €2,137 monthly, which is €25,644 per year.

💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Dortmund. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.

Eligible for the EU Blue Card

A salary of €69,816 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).

The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.

Processing

4-12 weeks

Visa fee

€100

Requirements

University degree + Job offer

Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)

Documents needed

Valid passport

Recognised university degree

Employment contract or binding job offer

Proof of salary meeting threshold

Health insurance coverage

Biometric passport photo

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📍 Life in Dortmund

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Population

0.6M

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Quality of Life

7.0

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English Friendly

6.0

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Tech Scene

6.0

🌍

International

6.0

🚇

Public Transport

7.0

🚴

Bikeability

7.0

🌬️

Air Quality

6.0

🌳

Green Spaces

7.0

🚗

Car Free

6.0

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About Dortmund

•Tech and innovation hub transformation
•Strong university research

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Climate

•Temperate oceanic climate
•Mild winters
•Moderate summers

❄️Jan: 2°C☀️Jul: 18°C📅Avg: 10°C

☀️1550 sunshine hours/year

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Safety

•Average safety for large city
•Some rougher areas

Overall:6.0

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Healthcare

•Good hospital network
•Klinikum Dortmund

Quality: 7.0Access: 8.0

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Culture

•Concert Hall
•U-Tower arts center

6.0

🎉

Nightlife

•Football culture
•Kreuzviertel bar scene

6.0

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Recreation

•Westfalenpark
•Phoenix Lake

7.0

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Cost of Living

•Affordable for a major city
•Good value

🏠 Rent (1BR center):€750

⚡ Utilities:€210

🛒 Groceries:€280

🍽️ Dining out:€13

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Job Type:Full-time

Experience:Entry Level

Posted:5 months ago

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