Working Student - Software Development- (Java / Scala/ AWS) -m/w/d

Team:At HERE Technologies, we work with diverse and complex datasets, including:

• Automotive-grade digital maps with detailed road topology and thousands of attributes.
• Large-scale geospatial, dynamic, interactive datasets that change rapidly.
• Fast-changing data streams like traffic, weather, and sensor feeds.

The challenge is to efficiently store, index, analyze, and connect these datasets while ensuring they are easily and reliably available to our users. At the same time, we need to scale and adapt quickly to meet growing demands.

The Solution

Our company enables customers to build, deploy, and manage location-based applications on our cloud infrastructure. With powerful abstractions, state-of-the-art building blocks, and cutting-edge cloud technologies, our map making platform allows customers to ingest, store, share, and analyze location data in real-time. Data can be combined, enriched, and shared among platform members, unlocking even greater potential.

Our tech stack includes Scala, Java, Lua, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, Cassandra, Postgres, Redis, Gitlab and Terraform.

As a Working Student, you will be embedded in a cross-functional engineering team working on mission-critical backend services:

• Support the development and maintenance of backend services for map and data infrastructure

• Gain exposure to production-grade cloud environments and CI/CD workflows

• Assist in testing, documentation, and automation tasks

• Collaborate with engineers on system design, service integration, and bug fixing

• Participate in code reviews and internal knowledge sharing

• Get hands-on experience in real-world software development, following best practices

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field

• Basic backend development experience (e.g., Java or Scala)

• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, HTTP, and networking fundamentals

• Understanding of software testing principles (Unit, Integration, etc.)

• Interest in containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)Strong problem-solving and software design skills

• Excellent communication skills, fluent in English.

• Exposure to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

• Familiarity with distributed systems or cloud-based architectures

• Interest in Big Data tools (e.g., Spark, Flink, Kafka, Presto)

• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Cassandra)

What Do We Offer?

• A great work-life balance
• 30 paid vacation days
• Hybrid model of work (2 days office and 3 days home office per week)

• On-site Gym and Sauna – Stay active and unwind with our fully equipped fitness center and relaxing sauna.

• Yoga Room – A dedicated space for mindfulness, stretching, and relaxation.

• Work on the development of high-scale services, serving and storing petabytes of data
• Work with cutting-edge, modern technologies
• Flexible working hours
• Competitive salary plus bonus
• BVG Ticket (For Berlin location)
• German language course (For Germany-based employees)
• Employee wellness programs and life-coaching sessions 
• A diverse team of fantastic & talented people from 60+ countries worldwide.
• Brown bag talks, team events, BBQ on the rooftop, and more!

Change is HERE. Apply Now!

As part of HERE Technologies employment process, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment screening process. This offer and any related claims are subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. This will involve employment, education, and criminal verification if applicable.

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HERE Technologies is a location data and technology platform company. We empower our customers to achieve better outcomes – from helping a city manage its infrastructure or a business optimize its assets to guiding drivers to their destination safely.

At HERE we take it upon ourselves to be the change we wish to see. We create solutions that fuel innovation, provide opportunity and foster inclusion to improve people’s lives. If you are inspired by an open world and driven to create positive change, join us. Learn more about us on our YouTube Channel.