Nedap seeks an experienced Kotlin backend developer to join their MediKIT team, working on HL7 FHIR-based general practitioner information systems using modern cloud technologies.
Nedap Healthcare is seeking a seasoned Kotlin backend developer to join their MediKIT team in Groenlo, Netherlands. This role focuses on building scalable backend functionality and integrations for a general practitioner information system based on HL7 FHIR standards.
The Role and Technology Stack
As a Backend Developer in the MediKIT team, you'll work on a critical healthcare platform that's transforming general practitioner care through technology. The tech stack includes:
- Core Technologies: Java/Kotlin, PostgreSQL, JSON storage
- Cloud Infrastructure: Kubernetes, Azure
- CI/CD: GitHub Actions
- Standards: HL7 FHIR for healthcare data interoperability
- Frontend: React and TypeScript (for full-stack context)
Your responsibilities span development, integration, scalability, and architecture. You'll be building integrations with external healthcare providers using open standards, ensuring the system can scale effectively as adoption grows.
Team and Culture
The MediKIT team operates as a close-knit, multidisciplinary group combining startup speed with corporate stability. You'll collaborate with frontend developers, UX designers, and domain experts on an integrated platform. The team works across different locations in the Netherlands, with regular meetups in Groenlo, Nijmegen, or Utrecht.
Nedap emphasizes trust and autonomy, allowing teams to decide their own working hours and vacation days. The company offers hybrid working arrangements, with an expectation of at least one weekly presence at their campus in Groenlo or at one of their hubs.
What You'll Bring
Candidates should have:
- Experience: Minimum 5 years developing backend applications
- Scalability: Experience designing or refactoring scalable systems
- Integration: Familiarity with building integrations via standards like FHIR
- Technical Skills: Experience with Kubernetes, Azure, GitHub Actions, Java/Kotlin, PostgreSQL, and JSON storage is advantageous
- Full-stack Awareness: React and TypeScript experience is a plus
Why This Matters
This isn't just another backend development role. You'll be contributing to healthcare technology that directly impacts general practitioner care delivery. The MediKIT platform aims to improve healthcare outcomes through better information systems and standardized data exchange.
Compensation and Benefits
Beyond competitive salary, Nedap offers:
- Thirteenth month's pay
- Solid pension plan
- Profit sharing with opportunity to become a shareholder
- Personal and professional development support
- Thorough onboarding process
Application Details
This is a 32-38 hour per week position. Interested candidates can find more information and apply through Nedap's careers page: Kotlin Backend Developer - Nedap Careers
The role represents an opportunity to work on meaningful healthcare technology while developing your skills in modern backend development practices, cloud infrastructure, and healthcare standards compliance.
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