(Senior) Backend Software Engineer (Java) - Metadata Platform DB
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Requirements
- Solid professional experience building Java applications (3+ years for mid-level, 7+ years for senior)
- Experience with infrastructure and IaC concepts, comfortable working with or alongside Terraform or similar provisioning tooling
- Experience building, packaging, and debugging applications in containerized and Kubernetes environments (Docker/OCI)
- Experience with databases (Postgres preferred, including MVCC and concurrency mechanics) and distributed systems
- Experience writing and maintaining unit and integration tests
- Strong communication skills in English and a passion for clean, maintainable code
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Benefits
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π Cost of Living in Munich
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Strong savings potential: You could save β¬1,402 monthly, which is β¬16,824 per year.
π‘ These estimates are based on average costs in Munich. 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 β¬76,002 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of β¬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.
Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (β¬41,042+)
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π Life in Munich
About Munich
- β’Tech hub with strong startup ecosystem
- β’Excellent public services
- β’Close to Alps
Climate
- β’Continental climate
- β’Cold winters with snow
- β’Warm summers
- β’Close to Alps
Safety
- β’Safest major city in Germany
- β’Very low violent crime
- β’Occasional pickpocketing
Healthcare
- β’World-class hospitals
- β’Short wait times
- β’Comprehensive coverage
Culture
- β’Rich arts scene
- β’World-famous museums
- β’Strong music tradition
Nightlife
- β’Vibrant beer gardens
- β’Clubs
- β’Cultural events
Recreation
- β’Parks
- β’English Garden
- β’Alps nearby
Cost of Living
- β’Most expensive city in Germany
- β’High salaries compensate somewhat
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