Backend Java Engineer with DevOps focus

Summary

Backend Java Engineer with a DevOps mindset owning the full application lifecycle—writing Java EE services, configuring Docker/Kubernetes environments, and building CI/CD pipelines for a global mobile wallet platform handling billions of transactions.

Role Overview:

Are you a developer who loves to own the entire lifecycle of an application? We are looking for a Backend Engineer with a strong DevOps mindset to bridge the gap between code and infrastructure for our global Mobile Wallet Platform.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Backend development (Java EE) with a focus on automation and deployment.
  • Configuring and managing Docker and Kubernetes environments.
  • Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
  • Optimizing system observability using OpenTelemetry and logging tools

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience in Java development.
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker is mandatory.
  • Proficiency in CI/CD automation and Gradle/Maven.
  • Experience with Apache Kafka and SQL/Oracle.
  • Fluent English (B2+).

Project Context

  • Scale: Handling billions of transactions globally.
  • Tech Stack: Java EE, Kotlin, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenTelemetry.
  • Location: Remote with occasional visits to the Warsaw office (approx. once a month).
  • Team: Agile setup (5-7 people).
  • Impact: Enabling financial inclusion for the unbanked populations worldwide.

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