Back-end Developer
Back-end Developer
Eindhoven
Introduction
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About the company
Returnless is a Dutch scale-up that helps e-commerce businesses optimize their returns process with smart, automated solutions. The platform focuses on efficiency, speed, and usability, helping companies reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction.
About the role
Benefits
- Competitive salary: Medior €3,750–€5,050, Senior €4,700–€6,350
- Hybrid working: 2–3 days per week at the office
- Relaxed, informal Dutch office culture
- Work with a small, highly skilled team of developers and designers
- Exposure to high-traffic systems (~400M requests/month)
Required Skills
- 3–6 years of experience as a developer (mid-level) or 6+ years of experience (senior)
- Skilled as a backend developer (PHP, Laravel, or similar); front-end experience with TypeScript and Vue is a plus
- Familiar with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and CI/CD pipelines
- Able to write maintainable, testable, and scalable code
- Enjoys solving complex challenges and continuously improving product quality
- Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively with Product, UX, and Support teams
- Bonus: experience in the e-commerce landscape or with integrations (e.g., Shopify, Magento, PostNL, Sendcloud)
- Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English, written and spoken
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain new features within our platform
- Develop and optimize integrations with e-commerce platforms and shipping carriers
- Ensure system reliability, scalability, and performance as our customer base continues to grow
- Work according to the Shape Up method: participate in shaping sessions, contribute to pitches, and deliver meaningful results in six-week cycles
- Collaborate closely with Product and UX teams to deliver user-friendly and impactful solutions
- Troubleshoot technical issues and provide second-line support for complex cases
- Review code, mentor colleagues, and uphold high technical standards
- Contribute ideas to improve our product architecture, workflows, and infrastructure
Autonomy & Ownership
Work independently without micromanagement, plan your own tasks, and make a real impact on product development.
Innovation & Simplicity
Focus on building fast, simple, and scalable solutions while experimenting with new ideas and technologies.
Team & Culture
Join a close-knit Dutch team with informal collaboration, open communication, and a focus on results without unnecessary pressure.
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Application process
A brief call to get to know you and your experience.
Complete a short task or skills test relevant to the position.
Initial interview with a recruiter or hiring manager.
A follow-up with senior team members or decision-makers.
You’ll receive a formal offer with all the details.
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Returnless is a Dutch scale-up that helps e-commerce businesses optimize their returns process with smart, automated solutions. The platform focuses on efficiency, speed, and usability, helping companies reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction.
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