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Database Engineer - MongoDB

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 28 days ago (last checked 23 Oct)

Schwarz Digits

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Work mode: Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Benefits: Private health insurance

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Requirements

What we're looking for

You have experience with MongoDB databases.
Ideally, you have experience with DevOps tooling (Gitlab, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Monitoring, Infrastructure-as-a-Code)
Ideally, you have experience in development (Golang) (e.g. to develop REST APIs, write e2e tests to check k8s manifests, … )
You have passion and enthusiasm for new technologies and topics related to NoSQL databases.
You possess a high degree of flexibility, initiative, and commitment.
You enjoy being part of an international team and can communicate effectively in English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

A modern, well-equipped workplace awaits you at Plaza Catalunya — right in the heart of Barcelona.

As part of our commitment to a positive and supportive work environment, our company offers a range of attractive additional benefits. These include restaurant vouchers, transportation benefits, health insurance, and fitness vouchers. Through our discount platform, you can also enjoy monthly discounts and benefits in a wide variety of categories, from services to clothing to accommodation.

Working closely with international departments, we develop customer-oriented solutions in flexible, small teams.

Our employees are very important to us. You will become part of an appreciative and open corporate culture with flat hierarchies.

We offer you diverse and exciting career opportunities in a dynamic work environment that stands for development and progress.

We believe in giving our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work. Our most popular model is the hybrid model, which gives employees the option to work remotely up to 12 days per month. In-office time is focused on collaboration.

The role

What you'll do

Your primary focus will be on developing and improving the database as a service offering for MongoDB at STACKIT.
You will work in an international scrum team that develops and administers its own cloud service for MongoDB databases.
You will develop automation processes to simplify the operation of cloud databases.
You will stay up to date with the latest features of MongoDB and its respective components such as MongoDB Controllers for Kubernetes.
You will serve as a reliable point of contact for our internal projects.
You will act as a 3rd level solution expert for STACKIT MongoDB.

About Schwarz Digits

Schwarz Digits is the digital and technology arm of the Schwarz Group, one of the world's largest retail groups, which includes Lidl and Kaufland. The company provides cloud services (STACKIT), cybersecurity solutions, and digital products to internal and external clients, with a strong focus on data sovereignty and European cloud infrastructure. With its headquarters in Neckarsulm, Germany, Schwarz Digits operates across Europe and employs thousands of professionals in engineering, data, and security roles.

In Spain, Schwarz Digits has a significant presence, particularly in Barcelona, where it runs a technology hub and a Security Operations Center (SOC). The company is actively hiring international talent for roles in cloud engineering, cybersecurity, and software development, offering a multicultural work environment and the opportunity to work on large-scale European cloud and security projects. For international professionals, Schwarz Digits provides a chance to join a growing tech organization within a major corporate group, with competitive benefits and a focus on innovation.

Industry: Cloud and Cybersecurity
Founded: 2021
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Neckarsulm, Germany
In Spain: Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

Schwarz Digits is part of the Schwarz Group, which owns Lidl and Kaufland, providing financial stability and a strong corporate backing.
The company operates a major cybersecurity and cloud hub in Barcelona, Spain, with many roles based there.
STACKIT is a European cloud platform designed to meet strict data privacy and sovereignty requirements, offering a unique value proposition.
The company supports hybrid work models and offers relocation support for international hires.
Working language is primarily English, making it accessible for international professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

Schwarz Digits creates the technological foundation for digital sovereignty in Europe. As the IT and digital division of the Schwarz Group, we develop and manage the IT infrastructures for the retail divisions Lidl and Kaufland, as well as Schwarz Production and PreZero. At the same time, we operate as an independent provider in the external market to support companies across Europe in their digital transformation. We bundle our core services in the areas of Cloud, Cyber Security, Data & AI, Communication, and Workspace.

Join us and contribute to digital sovereignty in Europe. With us, you will work at the intersection of agility and security: You will benefit from fast decision-making processes, enjoy genuine creative freedom in your projects, and be able to build upon the stable foundation of the Schwarz Group.

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