Backend Developer Java Developer

About

At Sound & Vision, our ICT department - Victorie - oversees the entire IT infrastructure that powers our organization. From the interactive museum experience to our cutting-edge media asset management and archiving system, we ensure that the rich content of Dutch public broadcasters is preserved and made accessible for generations to come.

Our responsibilities also include the digitization pipeline, equipped with high-end film scanning and editing technologies.

Job Title

Backend Developer Java Developer (40 hours per week)

What will you be doing?

• Design, develop, and implement backend solutions for applications.
• Write high-quality, maintainable code.
• Optimize infrastructure performance.
• Streamline development processes.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to create systems supporting the mission of connecting people with media and culture.

Our offer

• Gross monthly salary (full-time): €4,295.11 - €6,135.90 (scale 11 CAO Beeld & Geluid).
• First contract is one year with possibility of extension.
• 25 vacation days and 24 atv-days per year (full-time).
• Cafeteria model allowing vacation days to be used for purchases like electric bike or laptop or travel.
• Hybrid working: flexible schedule including home working and commuting expense allowances.

Who are you?

• 5 - 7 years of experience with Java 17, Spring (Boot), Hibernate, Elasticsearch, SQL, IntelliJ IDEA, TDD.
• Able to design solutions from scratch for diverse problems.
• Interested in DevOps methodologies.
• Scrum experience is a strong plus.
• Familiar with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in coding and implementation.
• Excellent communication skills and a team player.

Who are we?

We are a modern media institute with one of the largest and most advanced archives worldwide, preserving diverse media types as heritage. We are also an inspiring, creative, and accessible meeting place for all, organizing public activities, debates, lectures, workshops, and supporting academic and journalistic research.

With about 500 passionate colleagues, including volunteers and interns, we contribute daily from our colorful building in Hilversum to an open, free, inclusive, and media-wise society.

Diversity & Inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion in our teams. Background, beliefs, or orientation do not matter; enthusiasm and contribution to our shared goals do.

Application

Apply with your CV (pdf) and a short motivation. Contact Victorie for more information.

This vacancy is open internally and externally; internal candidates have priority if equally qualified.

The selection process includes a first interview with the Corporate Recruiter and, if successful, a second interview with the team.

Education Level

WO (postgraduate level)

Career Level

Experienced

Hours

40 hours per week