Senior Software Engineer (f/m/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · Berlin

Description

Founded in 2020, Kaiko Systems is a tech company driving digital innovation in the global maritime industry. Our mission is to make shipping safer, smarter, and more collaborative by transforming manual processes into actionable intelligence. 
  
With our products, ship crews can collect reliable vessel data on the job, while our AI-powered analysis generates actionable insights for technical teams onshore. These insights help predict incidents, reduce downtime, and enhance safety and efficiency, empowering shipping companies to operate at their best. 
  
At Kaiko Systems, we’re not just building technology — we’re delivering solutions that make a real difference in people’s work lives and their professional environment. Join us as we navigate the future of maritime together.

Your mission

As a senior full-stack engineer, you will work alongside very experienced peers to deliver new features and functionality to the Kaiko product suite.

Our current tech stack:
  • Python
  • Django
  • Celery
  • PostgreSQL
  • HTMX
  • Tailwind

Your profile
  • You've spent 5+ years building complex apps in a full stack environment
  • You've shipped large applications while keeping an eye on simplicity
  • You're confortable making technical decisions not based on hype, but on practicality: the right tool for the right job.
  • It would be great if you had exposure to ReScript or have an interest in ML type languages like: OCaml, ReasonML or Gleam
  • You see things through from start to finish
  • You can manage yourself but you also work well with others
  • You understand the importance of keeping things simple and flexible
  • Excellent English communication skills
Worried you don’t check every box? If this role excites you, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be exactly what we’re looking for — either for this role or another one!
Why us?
  • Join a Company in a stable, well-funded industry
  • Get 27 vacation days on top of public holidays to refuel your energy 
  • Balance your personal and professional life seamlessly and make use of hybrid & remote options
  • Be part of a collaborative team where quick decision-making and pragmatic solutions drive meaningful impact

At Kaiko Systems, we believe that innovation thrives when diverse perspectives come together. As a forward-thinking maritime tech startup, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute their unique talents and experiences.

We value every individual’s cultural background, gender identity, age, ability, or any other characteristic that makes you who you are. By embracing these differences, we create an environment where collaboration flourishes and ideas grow.

If you share our passion for revolutionizing the maritime sector through technology, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s chart new waters together.

About us
We’re a growing company, expanding both our business and our team. To ensure everyone feels safe, can perform at their best, and to keep the company successful in uncharted waters, we’ve aligned on a set of values that guide us:

  • Put genuine human interactions first
  • Foster mutual respect and teamwork
  • Embrace innovation and challenge the norm
  • Commit to delivering quality from the outset
  • Take initiative and act with purpose
  • Prioritize clear and effective communication
  • Adapt and evolve
  • Equip our team with the best resources
These values shape how we work together and will be a part of our conversations during the recruiting process. By living these principles, we create an environment where both our people and our business can thrive, navigating challenges with confidence and purpose.
Your application
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