Backend Developer
As a Backend Developer at Valmet, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of server-side applications and services that support our clients’ digital solutions.
Projects will be delivered both on-premises and in cloud environments.
In this role, you will play a key part in the following activities:
Designing, developing, and maintaining backend services and applications
Creating APIs and integration layers to connect applications, systems, and platforms
Implementing business logic, data flows, and backend functionalities
Working with databases and application data
Ensuring reliability, security, scalability, and software quality
Collaborating with frontend developers, analysts, architects, and project teams
Required Experience and Qualification:
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Automation Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or another relevant technical/scientific discipline
3+ years of experience in backend software development
Experience in backend development using modern programming languages and frameworks, such as Java, .NET, Node.js, Python, or similar
Knowledge of REST APIs, web services, and integration mechanisms
Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL
Familiarity with NoSQL databases is considered a plus
Understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and clean code practices
Familiarity with version control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices
Basic knowledge of cloud environments and containerization technologies is considered a plus
Exposure to software architecture, microservices, distributed systems, or solution design is considered a plus
Fluent English
We offer
We offer you a challenging position in a dynamic global company and a great opportunity for your professional development. You will have the support of our great team.
Additional information
Did we catch your interest? Join our team and fill out our electronic application form at the latest 04th July 2026
When everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 17,500 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork.
Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers
Backend pay context
Based on 237 disclosed Backend salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $168K/year, with most offers between $87K and $198K (10th–90th percentile: $87K–$245K).
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