Senior Backend Software Engineer (AR, Spatial & AI-powered Experiences)

IKEAAmsterdamHybridFull-time2 weeks ago

IKEA is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to build and scale the backend and API foundations of IKEA Kreativ, a 3D and AI-powered platform within the Home Imagination Platform. The role involves hands-on Python and Django development, collaboration with Geomagical Labs in California, and improving scalability and reliability of systems used by millions of customers.

What you'll do

Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs that power the IKEA Kreativ platform.
Work hands-on with Python and Django, contributing to both new features and existing systems.
Collaborate closely with Geomagical Labs engineers in California on platform design and system integrations.
Participate in scoping, designing, and implementing new API features and backend subsystems.
Improve scalability, reliability, and performance of backend systems used by millions of customers.
Work with other IKEA service teams to build integrations across the broader Home Imagination Platform.
Contribute to healthy engineering practices, including code reviews, technical documentation, and automated testing.

What you need

Must-have

PythonDjangoSQLPostgreSQLCelery

Nice-to-have

DockerKubernetesGoogle Cloud PlatformApache Airflow

Soft skills

CommunicationCollaborationEmpathyPositivityProactiveCuriosity

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