Backend Developer (Salesforce)

Epassi’s purpose is to boost everyday well‑being. We are a leading provider of employee benefit solutions across Europe, established in Finland in 2007, and in 2008 we launched Europe’s first mobile‑payable employee benefit payment solution.

Epassi has been awarded by the Financial Times as one of the fastest‑growing companies in Europe on multiple occasions.

We are currently hiring Backend Developer (Salesforce) to be based in Milan.

Your mission at Epassi

As part of the Engineering team at Epassi , you will play a key role in shaping the evolution of our digital corporate welfare platforms. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the design, development, and continuous improvement of reliable, scalable, and user‑centric solutions that support thousands of employees and partner companies across Italy.

What you’ll be doing (daily)

• Collaborate with product managers, analysts, and developers to analyze requirements and design new features and enhancements.
• Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Apex , aligned with the architecture evolution toward an AWS‑based middleware.
• Maintain and extend Salesforce customizations using Apex , Lightning Web Components (LWC) , Flow Builder , and administration tools.
• Support the integration between Salesforce and external systems (APIs, middleware, ETL pipelines).
• Optimize data structures, workflow logic, and data synchronization between Salesforce and backend systems.
• Work with REST APIs , authentication protocols ( OAuth2, SAML ), and internal/external system communication.
• Collaborate with the global DevOps team to ensure smooth CI/CD pipelines, deployment practices, and environment management.
• Utilize Salesforce's Agentforce to build interaction flows with users.
• Ensure high performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability across all components.
• Support the transition of logic from Salesforce to the AWS middleware where appropriate.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and continuous improvement of the engineering practices at Epassi.

What we are looking for

• 3+ years of experience as a Backend Developer (Java is preferred)
• Practical experience maintaining or integrating with Salesforce ( Apex , Lightning Web Components (LWC) , Flow Builder , and Salesforce internal administration tools )
• Basic knowledge of Agentforce and building user interaction flows.
• Experience developing RESTful APIs , backend services, and system integrations.
• Familiarity with SAML and OAuth2 authentication standards.
• Good knowledge of SQL , SOQL , and general data modeling principles.
• Experience with GitHub and collaborative version control workflows.
• Exposure to AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, SQS, etc.) is a plus.
• Experience with ETL/ELT or data integration tools (Talend, SSIS, custom pipelines) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of backend architecture, modular design, and clean code practices.
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

You'll be successful in this role, if you

• Deliver reliable, scalable, and maintainable backend solutions that integrate smoothly with Salesforce and other systems.
• Collaborate proactively within the Engineering and Product teams throughout the development lifecycle, demonstrating strong problem‑solving skills and a structured approach to complex system challenges.
• Ensure high‑quality code, follow clean architecture principles, and ensure efficient, secure data integrations.
• Take ownership of your work and contribute to continuous improvements in processes, workflows, and system design.
• Stay curious and adaptable, leveraging engineering trends, distributed system best practices, and new Salesforce features.

Why You Should Join Us

• Be part of an ambitious growth journey and join a global community of driven, bold, entrepreneurial, yet humble Epassians in a company that is constantly evolving.
• Work with a clear purpose—boosting everyday wellbeing—and create a meaningful, positive impact on both individuals and society.
• Thrive in an open and inclusive culture with low hierarchy, where relationships are built on respect, camaraderie, and shared successes and challenges.
• Come as you are—we’ll bring out the best in you and support your personal and professional growth.
• Join a fast‑growing tech company with a strong financial foundation, offering opportunities to grow and make an impact together with us.
• Benefit from an inspiring and supportive work environment where employee wellbeing is a true priority.
• Contribute to solidifying our position as the number one player in Europe’s employee benefit market and help shape the next wave of success.

Your language profile

• Fluent in Italian and English .

Location

• Milan , Italy – hybrid work options available.