Backend Java Engineer (f/m/d) | 80-100% | Hybrid working …, Fribourg

Company Description Welcome to SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG.

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG simplifies lives with innovative digital solutions, transforming industries since its formation in 2021 through the merger of Scout24 Switzerland and TX Markets. Operating across real estate, automotive, general marketplaces and finance&insurance, SMG thrives on its core values: Better Together, Aim High, and Act Responsibly.

Job Description Your Mission As a

Backend Java Engineer

for our automotive brands

AutoScout24

and

MotoScout24 , you will play a key role in building and evolving our automotive marketplace. Working with a modern Java-based technology stack, you'll follow best practices and contribute to a fast build-measure-learn cycle.

Meet the team! Thiémoko Diarra - Engineering Manager Backend- LinkedIn Aleksandar Bojkovic - Senior Backend Engineer - LinkedIn

You’ll be part of a product team that collaborates closely with designers, product managers, researchers, QA specialists, and engineers across different domains. Together, we deliver impactful solutions while fostering a culture of learning, creativity, and collaboration. Our team spans three countries: Switzerland, Serbia, and Vietnam, bringing diverse perspectives to every challenge and success.

Specifically, you will:

Collaborate in a cross-functional team to deliver valuable product increments

Write clean, tested, and maintainable code using industry best practices

Contribute to technical discussions and design decisions

Take ownership of system operations, monitoring, and performance in production

Continuously improve the platform for long-term stability and scalability

Mentor and support colleagues to help them grow in their careers

Your responsibilities will evolve as we grow.

Qualifications What will you bring to the ride?

Fluency in English (spoken and written)

4+ years of experience building backend systems in

Java

2+ years of experience with

Spring Boot

Strong foundations in computer science (data structures, algorithms, mathematics)

Hands‑on experience with distributed systems and messaging solutions

Practical knowledge of cloud services (ideally

AWS )

Familiarity with automated testing (unit, integration) and CI/CD pipelines

Curiosity to learn and align with our business vision and priorities

Nice to have:

Experience with

Domain‑Driven Design (DDD)

Familiarity with

Kubernetes

and containers

Knowledge of

Kafka

and

Elasticsearch

We value the skills you bring and your ability to learn quickly, so don’t worry if your career path has been unique.

Additional Information What do we offer?

6 weeks of holidays (with the option to buy up to 10 additional days)

40‑hour work week

18 weeks of maternity leave and 6 weeks of paternity leave (also applies to adoption)

Flexible working arrangements– we strongly value work‑life balance

Access to mental health, well‑being, and counselling platforms

Swiss transport system half‑fare card and 1st‑class travel between SMG sites in Switzerland

Recruitment Process

Initial call with a Recruiter

Meeting the Hiring Team

Technical Assessment

Meet the Team

Apply now Take this opportunity and send us your CV along with any supporting documents that highlight why you’re the perfect fit.

Diversity at SMG At SMG, we value unique perspectives and believe in the potential of every individual. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every requirement. Together, we grow skills, embrace differences, and make an impact.

About Us SMG Swiss Marketplace Group is a pioneering network of online marketplaces and a cutting‑edge digital company that simplifies people’s lives with innovative products. SMG Swiss Marketplace Group provides customers with the best tools to meet their life decision needs. The portfolio includes Real Estate (ImmoScout24, Homegate, Flatfox, Immostreet.ch , alle‑immobilien.ch , home.ch, Publimmo, Acheter‑Louer.ch , CASASOFT, IAZI), Automotive (AutoScout24, MotoScout24), General Marketplaces ( anibis.ch , tutti.ch , Ricardo) and Finance&Insurance (FinanceScout24, moneyland.ch ).

Disclaimer SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG primarily engages with candidates directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies unless we have specifically requested their assistance for particular roles. Any submissions made without a prior request from our Talent Acquisition team will not be acknowledged or considered. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of recruitment agencies in respecting this policy.

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