Software developer for web applications (Berlin/Hamburg/Cologne)

We are looking for a software developer to strengthen our team in Berlin (preferably), Hamburg or Cologne.

Syspons GmbH is a consultancy firm for social innovation based in Berlin, Hamburg and Cologne. We support public institutions, federal ministries, foundations and NGOs to maximize their positive social impact. To this end, we work with our customers on relevant topics like migration policy, diversity, international cooperation and development cooperation, Work 4.0 and climate protection. In addition, we deal with human resource and organisational development issues across sectors. Split up in five circles, we advise on the design of strategies, conduct evaluations and studies, support our clients in organisational development and change processes and develop digital solutions for data collection, processing and analysis.

The open position is for our Data Solutions team. As a software developer joining this circle, you will develop and implement full-stack web applications within a small developer team and in close cooperation with our consultants. Examples of these web applications include web-based monitoring systems for the effective steering of projects in development cooperation, diversity or inclusion.

Task profile

• As a software developer at Syspons you are responsible for the (technical) design and implementation of full-stack web applications
• You design and implement software stacks and deployment processes.
•  You further develop existing applications and take care of their maintenance.
• You contribute your technical expertise and create added value where needed in various Syspons projects.
• You participate in administrating our web servers and further develop our deployment pipeline
• You participate in the development of the company and contribute your own ideas.

Requirements profile

• You have a university degree in computer science or informaticsand / orprofessional experience and knowledge in software development.
• You have skills in front-end web programming languages, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript / TypeScript and ideally have worked with frontend frameworks like Angular, React or Vue / are versed in their concepts.You are familiar with backend frameworks such as NodeJs / Laravel and experienced with REST, WebSocket, MySQL/PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, etc
• Experience with common web development tools and services, such as version control software, package managers, and CI/CD pipelines
• You think actively in projects, like to take responsibility and carry out tasks independently and reliably.
• You enjoy familiarizing yourself with new topics and concepts and are motivated to find the best solutions to problems.
• You can quickly reduce complex issues to the essentials, work in a structured and systematic way
• You speak and write fluent English, German is an advantage.
• You enjoy working in a team!

Our offer

• In our cooperation, it is the best ideas that count, not formal hierarchies.
• We are a motivated, open and interdisciplinary team with a high level of collegiality and a lot of fun at work.
• Our work is characterised by a high degree of independent design and self-determination.
• You can expect exciting and varied project work.
• You have the opportunity to help shape the processes of a growing company.
• We offer a wide range of internal training opportunities and also support you in participating in external trainings and conferences.
• Flexible working hours, mobile working options and the possibility to take sabbaticals are all part of our standards. Working part-time is possible.
• You get 30 days of holidays + 10 extra ME days for leisure, voluntary activites and recovery.
• We provide you with excellent equipment of your choice.
• Through our employer subsidy, you can get a train ticket for traveling in Germany at a lower price.
• Extra incentive for Berlin: Office with a rooftop terrace in the center of Kreuzberg! 😊

Do you not meet every single requirement?
Studies show that women, people with a migration history and other people with experiences of discrimination are less likely to apply for jobs unless they fully meet all the requirements. We believe that diverse perspectives in our team contribute to the quality of our work and working atmosphere, and we encourage diversity regardless of what it is based on. If you are interested in this position but your previous experience does not perfectly match every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We are looking forward to getting to know you!