Senior Software Build Engineer (Bazel)

• Help design, build and continuously improve the clients online platform.
• Research, suggest and implement new technology solutions following best practices/standards.
• Take responsibility for the resiliency and availability of different products.
• Be a productive member of the team.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant experience in software development and build management.
• Mandatory hands-on experience in Bazel development.
• Work as a Build Specialist within one of the greenhouse engineering teams, typically comprising 6–8 highly skilled professionals.
• Responsible for preparing and executing technical work packages, ensuring quality and planning, and designing, developing, and implementing solutions aligned with business requirements and the technical roadmap.
• Prepare, plan, and execute technical work packages while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Design, develop, and implement build solutions in line with requirements and the engineering roadmap.
• Develop and maintain build systems using Bazel, including rules, macros, platforms, remote build execution (RBE), caching, toolchains, and hermetic builds.
• Develop automation and supporting tools using Go and Python.
• Support software development, integration, testing, and release processes.
• Implement and maintain automated software integration and release pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions.
• Work with source control management systems, including Git, GitHub, and ClearCase.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Strong understanding of Bazel concepts, including rules, macros, platforms, RBE, caching, toolchains, and hermetic builds.
• Hands-on programming experience with Go and Python.
• Experience with modern software design and development practices, including basic algorithm implementation and test-driven development (TDD/BDD).
• Experience with automated software integration and release processes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tools such as GitHub Actions.
• Strong knowledge of source control management systems, particularly Git, GitHub, and ClearCase.
• Experience with software development in cloud computing environments.
• Development experience with Rust, algorithms, and compilers.
• Knowledge of Nix package management.
• Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud principles.
• Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines.
• Quality-focused mindset with a proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to lead by example.
• Strong listening, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to articulate technical challenges, solutions, and results clearly to different stakeholders.

Benefits

Fixed Term Employment Contract

Work-Life Balance

Flexible Work Mode

What GeekSoft Consulting Offers

• International, collaborative consulting culture with clear career development paths.
• Comprehensive Dutch benefits package emphasizing well-being, mobility, and career growth.