Software Engineer - Java

WHAT YOU’LL DO

We are looking for a motivated Software Engineer - Java to build and maintain scalable, reliable backend services. You will contribute to feature development, collaborate across teams, and follow engineering best practices to deliver high-quality software in a cloud-native environment.

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our organization and clients. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, develop efficient code, perform rigorous testing, and deliver robust software products. The ideal candidate has a strong background in software development, a passion for technology, and a drive for continuous learning and improvement.

At H&M, one of our core principles is "We are One Team." You will be part of a global team working alongside colleagues in Sweden.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain backend services and APIs supporting product features.
• Translate business and functional requirements into efficient technical implementations.
• Contribute to API design, implementation, and documentation with a focus on usability and scalability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following established coding standards and design principles.
• Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Debug and resolve issues across development, staging, and production environments.
• Optimize application performance, including database queries and service response times.
• Work with logging and monitoring tools to ensure system health and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, QA, DevOps) to deliver features end-to-end.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and contribute to deployment and release improvements.
• Follow secure coding practices and contribute to application-level security.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH​

At H&M, you’ll be part of the Delivery & Returns team which is responsible for offering different delivery and return options globally to all H&M customers, ensuring great post purchase experience. Our products include Click & Collect, Online Return In Store (ORIS), Digital Return Portal. We are part of Digital Transactions area, which is responsible for complete checkout experience in 81 markets.

Our team includes 15+ engineers spread across Bangalore and Stockholm, collaborating closely with engineering manager, product managers, business experts, designers and data analysts. We are agile with a strong focus on outcome.

WHO YOU ARE

We are looking for people with

• 3–5 years of backend development experience with Java (Java 18, Spring Boot 3).
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including deployments and basic security practices.
• Strong knowledge of Entity Framework and ORM concepts.
• Solid understanding of one or more database technologies, for example, PostgreSQL or SQL Server.
• Experience of building and consuming RESTful APIs following OpenAPI specification.
• Understanding of scalable application design and performance optimization.
• Experience with GitHub and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).
• Familiarity with logging, monitoring, and debugging techniques.
• Good understanding of containerization (Docker) or messaging systems
• Working knowledge of clean code principles and software development best practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with .NET Framework and C# would be a strong advantage, though it is not mandatory.
• Efficient usage of Github Copilot or similar AI agents to increase productivity will be a plus.

And people who are

• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in backend  
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment and communicate technical concepts clearly.   
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Experience conducting code reviews, identifying areas of improvement, and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality and consistency. 
• Familiarity in backend testing with a focus on ensuring the reliability and performance of backend systems.  
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies   
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

WHO WE ARE
H&M is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.

We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. ​

Help us re-imagine fashion and together we will re-shape our industry. Learn more about H&M here.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At H&M, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. ​

We offer all our employees at H&M attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here.

In addition to our global benefits, all our local markets offer different competitive perks and benefits. Please note that they may differ between employment types and countries.

JOIN US
Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.​

Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here.​

*We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application

This is a full-time position, starting in August 2026.
Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible, but no later than 28th July 2026.
Due to data policies, we only accept applications through the SmartRecruiters or career page.