Backend Engineer

Cognite, a leading global SaaS company recognized as the 2024 Microsoft Energy and Resources Partner of the Year, is seeking a Backend Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on Cognite Data Fusion, an industry-leading SaaS platform that's transforming industrial sectors including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, and Pharma.

The position requires expertise in Java, Kotlin, or Python, with a focus on developing high-performance backend services and APIs. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, and modern cloud infrastructure, contributing to building and improving industrial knowledge graphs and scalable solutions.

As a Backend Engineer, you'll be part of a diverse, global team spanning 70 nationalities, working in a hybrid environment that promotes collaboration and innovation. The role offers significant growth opportunities, working alongside industry experts on transformative projects that make real impact in industrial digital transformation.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of backend engineering experience in product-focused or SaaS companies, strong expertise in database technologies, and a solid understanding of DevOps practices. You'll need excellent communication skills to work effectively with globally distributed teams and contribute to critical product decisions.

Cognite offers a modern work environment with a flat organizational structure, minimal bureaucracy, and direct access to decision-makers. The company's culture emphasizes impact, ownership, and relentless innovation, making it an ideal place for engineers who want to make a significant contribution to industrial digital transformation while working with cutting-edge AI and data technologies.