Senior Java Developer

We are looking for a Senior Java Developer to join a long-term banking programme focused on developing and modernising enterprise backend systems. The role involves designing and building scalable backend services using Java 17+, Spring, and Kafka, working with distributed systems, relational and non-relational databases, and contributing to the continuous improvement of business-critical applications in an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement backend services using Java 17 or newer
• Develop applications using hexagonal architecture and clean design principles
• Build and maintain Spring based services, including Spring MVC and Spring Data
• Design event driven integrations using Apache Kafka
• Work with relational databases such as MS SQL and Oracle
• Work with non relational technologies such as Elasticsearch and Redis
• Analyse system functionality from performance, stability and security perspectives
• Produce clean, maintainable and well tested code
• Participate in technical design discussions and architecture decisions
• Support code reviews and engineering standards
• Plan and execute testing independently
• Cooperate with analysts, architects and other delivery teams
• Contribute to documentation and technical design materials

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of commercial Java development experience
• Strong experience with Java 17+
• Strong knowledge of Spring Framework, especially Spring MVC and Spring Data
• Experience with object oriented design patterns
• Experience designing and developing systems using hexagonal architecture
• Strong knowledge of relational databases such as MS SQL or Oracle
• Experience with non relational technologies such as Elasticsearch or Redis
• Practical experience with Apache Kafka
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum teams
• English at minimum B2 level

Nice to have

• Experience with Azure
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience preparing High Level Design documentation
• Knowledge of JavaScript, React or Python
• Banking or financial services experience
• Experience with large scale enterprise systems
• Experience with performance optimisation and secure application design

Benefits

• Solid, competitive salary
• Work in a multinational environment on international projects
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Long-term B2B contract with a stable project pipeline