Senior Software Engineer

Do you want to help shape the future of employment by creating solutions that open doors to new opportunities?  

Candeno is currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer!   

Are you motivated by building scalable products that genuinely make a difference? Do you thrive in collaborative environments where innovation leads to impact? Are you ready to shape the future of a fast-growing SaaS platform that empowers people across the Nordics to find their next job? If so, you might be our next Senior Software Engineer.  

The opportunity  

At Candeno, we seek a proficient and forward-thinking Senior Software Engineer to play a key role in developing and maintaining our SaaS platform. As a leading player in the unemployment sector in Denmark—now expanding across Sweden and Norway—we’re on a mission to create solutions that open doors to new opportunities for job seekers and employers alike.  

You will

As a Senior Software Engineer at Candeno, you’ll join a growing tech team that builds high-quality, scalable features that drive our product forward. Reporting to our CTO or Tech Lead, you’ll work closely with designers, product managers, and engineers to bring ideas to life. You’ll take ownership of key parts of the platform and play a central role in technical development and agile collaboration. You will also:

Software Development: 

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance software applications. 
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices. 

Collaboration and Communication: 

• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality features. 
• Participate in design and code reviews, providing constructive feedback. 

System Optimization and Maintenance: 

• Monitor and optimize application performance 
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. 

 Agile Practices: 

• Act as a Scrum Master, facilitating agile ceremonies. 
• Ensure the team adheres to Scrum principles and practices. 

 Mentorship and Leadership: 

• Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance. 
• Lead by example, demonstrating best practices in software development. 

You are

We’re looking for someone who is hands-on, collaborative, and excited to build a product that helps real people. You’re not just a developer – you’re a problem-solver with a strong technical foundation and a proactive mindset. We are also looking for a candidate with:  

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering – or a proven track record in software development.  
• 5+ years of experience building software, ideally for SaaS products.  
• Strong skills in PHP, JavaScript, Laravel, React, and container technologies like Docker.  
• Experience with Azure or similar cloud infrastructure (Kubernetes is a bonus).  
• Familiarity with agile development and Scrum practices.  
• A passion for mentoring, team collaboration, and sharing knowledge.  
• Great communication skills in English (Danish or Swedish is a bonus).  

Your way to success

Within the first month

• Get familiar with Candeno’s platform, development tools, and team structure.  
• Take ownership of small development tasks and participate in team ceremonies.  
• Establish effective working relationships with colleagues across departments. 

Within three months

• Lead the development of core platform features and technical improvements.  
• Contribute to architectural decisions and long-term planning.  
• Step into Scrum Master duties, helping the team stay aligned and focused.  

Within six months

• Demonstrate leadership across engineering – from design to mentoring.  
• Help shape the technical vision for future product growth.  
• Begin preparing for potential people management responsibilities. 

We offer

At Candeno, you’ll get the chance to shape the future of a fast-growing Nordic SaaS company, all while working in a fun, informal, and innovative environment. We offer high flexibility and autonomy in your role, with a strong focus on well-being and mental health – your balance truly matters to us. Enjoy a daily, delicious lunch from local Aarhus vendors, and celebrate milestones big and small through our shared achievement programme. On top of that, you’ll be part of a vibrant social scene filled with team-building events, clubs, and an active activities committee. 

The Recruitment Process

At Candeno, we’ve streamlined the application process – no cover letter needed. Instead, we ask you to

• Answer three short questions
• Upload your CV

You’ll hear back from us within three working days.

• An interview with our Tech Lead and People Coordinator
• A case presentation with our CTO and Lead Systems Architect

If you have any questions or want to learn more, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].