Senior Java Engineer

Our client, a Fortune 50 company, is seeking Senior Java Engineers with a main skill in Spring Boot to work on an enterprise solution.

The ideal candidate will have a consulting approach and an engineering mindset. You will be responsible for developing and optimizing backend if needed, in a microservices-based architecture. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.

This is a remote-first position with a required overlap of US working hours (2-6 PM CET).

Role & Responsibilities

As a Java Engineer, you will:👇🏼

• Develop and maintain backend services using Java/Spring Boot.

• Do AI Agent Development.

• Implement event-based architecture, ensuring scalability and reliability.

• Utilize containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes for deployment and orchestration.

• Work with databases, including PostgreSQL and MongoDB, for efficient data storage and retrieval.

• Integrate authentication mechanisms using OAuth2 and JWT.

• Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and ensure smooth deployments.

• Apply security best practices, following OWASP guidelines to prevent vulnerabilities like SQL Injection (SQLi), Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF).

Requirements

Core Technical Skills

• Java

• Spring Boot

• Experience with TDD

• PostgreSQL or similar relational database

• Cloud-native experience

• Docker

• Git

• English (both written and spoken)

• Agile (Scrum) knowledge

• 6+ years of experience

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues under pressure.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ownership mindset – the ability to work independently and as part of a team while taking full responsibility for assigned tasks.

• Proactive attitude – the ability to escalate issues early, follow up on blockers, and support teammates when needed.

• Constructive feedback approach – ability to receive and provide feedback in a way that improves overall team performance.

Preferred Experience

• Azure DevOps for continuous integration and deployment.

• AI Development experience

• Security best practices (OWASP, authentication standards).

• Design patterns and software architecture knowledge.