About us

We're the world's most-trusted name in keeping cats and dogs safe and healthy. The secret to that success? A team of truly unique individuals who care about each other just as much as going the extra mile for pet parents.

Your territory

As part of our Software Development team, you will:

• Develop world-class software solutions for a global leader in the pet tech industry
• Work with modern technologies to elevate our in-house manufacturing, logistics, and RMA platforms - key tools ensuring the efficient production and distribution of millions of GPS trackers globally
• Help your teammates grow through mentoring and guidance, empowering them to overcome obstacles, sharpen their skills, and continuously improve
• Design, develop, and launch new features across the entire stack— while ensuring solutions deliver high performance, reliability, and seamless user experience
• Lead the architectural design, development, and seamless integration of third-party services to amplify our platform’s capabilities
• Bring your passion for technology to the team, driving innovative solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible
• Analyze existing processes, identify bottlenecks, and drive performance improvements - making our systems faster, more efficient, and more scalable
• Bring in your fresh ideas to make Tractive better - you’ll never hear the phrase “...because that’s how we’ve always done things”
• Continuously grow personally and professionally, take ownership of areas that show your potential, and attend workshops which help you get to the next level

Your profile

Key requirements:

• 5+ years of professional experience working with Java or Kotlin and Spring Boot
• Strong expertise in backend development; infrastructure and DevOps experience a plus
• Proficient with frontend technologies (e.g. Angular, React, or Vue.js)
• Solid knowledge of databases (e.g. MongoDB, MySQL)
• Deep understanding of software architecture and design patterns, capable of writing scalable, maintainable code
• Confident communicator with the ability to articulate and defend ideas effectively
• Very good English skills

Does this sound like you?

• A doer with a strong “getting things done” mindset, always taking initiative
• A natural problem-solver with sharp analytical skills, eager to tackle complex challenges
• A growth-focused individual, eager to learn, take ownership, and embrace new challenges
• A “release early, release often” mentality, constantly pushing boundaries and driving innovation
• A champion of continuous improvement, seeking opportunities to evolve, adapt, and make a lasting impact

Salary range

Just so you know what to expect: For this position, we offer a competitive overpayment based on qualification and experience. Annual gross salary starts at € 60,000 full-time. At Tractive, that means a 4-day work week with a 3-day weekend. If you bring relevant experience in many of the fields of responsibility, the salary will be considerably higher.

Interested?