
Mid-level Backend Engineer, IAM
Work Arrangement
Office Days per Week: 3 days
Key Skills
Job Description
We are looking for a Mid-level Backend Engineer to join the Identity & Access Management (IAM) team at DataSnipper!
In this role, you'll work on core platform services that power authentication, authorization, and access across our product. You’ll help build reliable, secure, and scalable systems that enable all backend teams.
This is a foundational platform role where your work will directly impact every part of the product.
About DataSnipper:
DataSnipper is the driving force behind an intelligent automation platform that’s transforming the world of audit and finance.
Founded in 2017, DataSnipper has grown into a $1B unicorn, with over 500,000 users across 160+ countries and offices in Amsterdam, New York, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Mexico City.
What you will do:
Build and maintain core IAM services (authentication, authorization, access management)
Develop scalable and secure backend systems
Collaborate with other backend teams to ensure seamless integrations
Contribute to improving system reliability and performance
Participate in an on-call rotation (second line after tech support)
What you bring:
3–6 years of backend development experience with OOP languages (C#, Java, Python, TypeScript, etc.)
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)
Solid understanding of API development
Experience building scalable systems
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Bias to action and sense of ownership
Ability to work independently on defined tasks and clearly communicate blockers
Experience with CI/CD pipelines
Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot)
Good amount of experience around testing and various methodologies
Preferred Qualifications:
Exposure to authentication / authorization systems
Familiarity with microservices architecture
Experience with Docker or Kubernetes
Interest in backend security and platform systems
Experience working in platform teams
Experience working in startups or scaleups
What we offer:
Being part of one of the fastest-growing scale-ups in the Netherlands
Make an impact by disrupting the audit industry with us
28 vacation days on a full-time basis
Excellent salary
Pension plan
Stock participation plan
Hybrid mode of work (at least 3 days onsite in Amsterdam)
International working environment
Daily lunch provided by our in-house chef 🍽️
Access to OpenUp (mental health platform)
Friday drinks and team events 🤩
Recruitment steps:
Recruiter screen
Hiring Manager interview
Peer programming session
System design interview
Final interviews
At DataSnipper, we believe great ideas come from different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and providing every candidate with a fair and equitable hiring experience.
Our hiring decisions are merit based and grounded in the skills, experience, potential, and capabilities relevant to the role.
We welcome applicants regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you, you.
What matters to us is what you can bring to the role, the team, and DataSnipper
Core Responsibilities
You will build and maintain core Identity and Access Management services including authentication and authorization. You will also collaborate with backend teams to develop scalable systems and ensure seamless integration across the platform.
Requirements
Candidates must have 3-6 years of backend development experience with OOP languages and cloud platform proficiency. Strong communication skills, experience with API development, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines are required.
Benefits
- 28 vacation days
- Pension plan
- Stock participation plan
- Daily lunch provided by in-house chef
- Access to OpenUp mental health platform
- Friday drinks
- Team events
About DataSnipper
Industry: Software Development
Company size: 201-500 employees
DataSnipper is a global leader in agentic automation for audit and finance. Its AI agents take on work across the full audit and finance lifecycle, from individual tasks to complete procedures, while every output remains traceable to source and professionals retain control over judgment and sign-off. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and all Big Four audit firms, DataSnipper is used by professionals in 175 countries. In 2025, the platform delivered more than $1.4 billion in productivity savings. The company raised $100 million in Series B funding in 2024, led by Index Ventures, at a $1 billion valuation. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, global enterprises, and all Big Four audit firms, DataSnipper is used by professionals across 175 countries. Named to the 2026 Forbes Fintech 50, Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies list, and TIME’s Best Inventions of 2025 for AI, DataSnipper delivered more than $1.4B in productivity savings to its customers in 2025. The company raised $100 million in Series B funding in 2024, led by Index Ventures, reaching a $1 billion valuation.