Software Engineer II, Trade and Financial Services
@ Flexport

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
$120,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 24 days ago

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About Flexport

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. Our mission is to make global commerce so easy that there will be more of it. We are shaping the future of a $10T industry with innovative technology and exceptional people. Companies from emerging brands to Fortune 500s use Flexport technology to move over $19B of merchandise across 112 countries annually.

The Opportunity

As part of the Trade Services team, you will support a portfolio of products including Customs Digitization, Climate, Capital, and Duty Drawback. Your primary focus will be on the Customs Digitization product, which automates customs declarations using AI/LLM powered technology, while also occasionally supporting other products.

Role Responsibilities

  • Lead complex product initiatives to successful completion.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.
  • Review and safeguard code quality for performance and maintainability.
  • Collaborate with business partners to translate challenges into technical solutions.
  • Participate in a close-knit team that ships new code daily.

Requirements

  • Over three years of software engineering experience.
  • Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
  • Expertise in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or Kotlin.
  • Exposure to LLM-powered development tools like Claude Code or Cursor.
  • Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Our Stack & Work Environment

Our current stack transitions from React/Flow + Ruby on Rails to React/Typescript and Kotlin Microservices on Kubernetes. We use GraphQL, GRPC, Postgres, Kafka, Snowflake, and Python for AI/LLM integrations. We enjoy an agile work environment with collaborative in-office sessions three times a week.

Benefits & Perks

  • Global impact and contribution to a fast-growing company.
  • Daily catered lunches, snacks, and beverages.
  • Coverage for commuting expenses if residing outside Amsterdam.
  • 25 vacation days, comprehensive health insurance, and pension scheme.
  • Equity program making every team member a shareholder.
  • Employee Assistance Program and generous parental leave benefits.

Commitment to Diversity & Privacy

Flexport is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. Data privacy is managed as per GDPR and CCPA standards.

Key skills/competency

  • Software Engineering
  • Customs Digitization
  • AI/LLM
  • Agile Development
  • React/Typescript
  • Kotlin
  • Microservices
  • Code Quality
  • System Design
  • Collaboration
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How to Get Hired at Flexport

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  • Customize your resume: Tailor it emphasizing relevant software skills.
  • Highlight tech experience: Focus on AI, microservices, and cloud.
  • Research Flexport: Understand its mission, culture, and products.
  • Prepare for coding tests: Practice algorithm and system design problems.
  • Show collaboration: Emphasize teamwork and stakeholder communication.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Practice coding in Java, Python, or Kotlin.
Review system design and architecture basics.
Familiarize with Kubernetes and microservices.
Experiment with AI/LLM tool integrations.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging project solved independently.
Explain collaboration with stakeholders clearly.
Discuss handling tight deadlines effectively.
Share experiences adapting to new tech.

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