🚜 About Lely

Innovation has been part of Lely's DNA since its foundation in 1948. With a focus on solving farming problems, Lely has become the leader in robotics and farm management we know today with over 1,600 active patents.

Lely Turkey Software Development is based in Istanbul but delivers solutions to all of our group entities globally, developing the farm management software “Lely Horizon” that Lely farmers with over 57,000 Lely robots use in more than 45 countries.

At Lely Turkey Software Development, we work together with our Dutch colleagues using new technologies such as Cloud Computing, the latest and greatest JavaScript Frameworks, Machine Learning, Continuous Development and Continuous Integration, Container Management Platforms, Edge Computing, and Automated Testing.

If you're looking for a company where you will be challenged, respected, valued and that's invested in your personal development, this is a great opportunity for you.

We are looking for a "Junior Backend Developer" who will drive impact within our dynamic, energetic team and shape our people-first workplace culture.

Come and shape the future with us!

🎯 About the Role

In this role, you will join TeamMooFit as a Junior Back-End Developer, playing an active part in supporting the ongoing development of Horizon, Lely’s core farm management solution deployed to tens of thousands of dairy farms across the globe. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive business impact by aligning technical capabilities with software goals, contributing to Lely Turkey’s continued growth and success.

What is your role?

• Supporting the ongoing development of Horizon, Lely’s farm management solution, that is deployed to tens of thousands of dairy farms across the globe
• Obtaining and maintaining an in-depth understanding of dairy farm business processes
• Implementing new features and maintaining the existing code base
• Improving the overall architecture of the Horizon application by for example modularization
• Identifying performance bottlenecks and implementing performance improvements
• Guaranteeing high code quality by for example performing code reviews and implementing unit tests
• Providing technical leadership to teammates through coaching and mentorship
• Participating in detailed project planning and design reviews
• Translating functional requirements into technical requirements
• Identifying and disseminating “best practice” in development and maintenance of applications and systems
• Writing technical documentation on implemented features and APIs

⚡ What is your experience?

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related area
• Proficient with C#, ASP.NET Core, .Net Framework, .Net Core
• Experience working with RDBMS and NoSQL databases
• Excellent knowledge on RESTful API Development
• Familiarity with source control tools (git)
• Experience in building and maintaining CI/CD Pipelines
• Experience in Agile Scrum software development process
• Experience with Unit Testing
• Experience with message brokers (RabbitMQ or Azure Service Bus) is a plus
• Cloud computing experience is a plus (Azure, AWS)
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps is a plus
• Experience developing microservices is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English both spoken and written
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Open to learning new technologies

✨ Why join Lely?

At Lely, we offer more than just a job — we offer an environment where you can grow, innovate, and create meaningful impact.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a global, innovation-driven company that is shaping the future of robotic farming while being empowered to bring your ideas to life in a collaborative and people-focused culture.

Here’s what you can expect:

• A meaningful role in an international company driving innovation in 45+ countries worldwide
• Close collaboration with colleagues in the Netherlands and across the globe, offering daily exposure to diverse perspectives and cultures
• Extensive learning and development opportunities through Lely Academy, customized English courses, and an annual training budget to support your professional growth
• A friendly, dynamic, and collaborative working environment where your ideas are valued
• Space, autonomy, and support to innovate, improve, and implement new initiatives
• Wellbeing programs and social clubs including fitAtLely, breathwork, mindfulness, yoga, book reading etc.
• Social connection through monthly indoor and outdoor team events
• Private health insurance
• Company-contributed private pension plan (BES)
• 3 additional paid leave days each year
• Birthday gift cards
• Communication allowance
• Transportation allowance
• Daily breakfast, lunch, and snacks
• Newborn and wedding gifts, and more

If you're looking for a company where you will be challenged, respected, valued and that's invested in your personal development, this is a great opportunity for you.

Ready to Feed the Future?

Join us and help shape the future of farming.