Senior Java Developer

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Java Developer to assist one of our clients – a leading technology provider for private banking and wealth management, serving financial institutions across Europe and Asia.

The Senior Java Developer will manage the software development life cycle, from planning and prioritizing to testing and release, and will be responsible for gathering system and user requirements, building Java modules, testing features before release, deploying and maintaining functional, secure, and high‑quality applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable Java applications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and industry standards.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with team members.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the development process, tools, and methodologies.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our solutions remain current and competitive.
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver high‑quality solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Senior Java Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Java and related technologies (Spring, Hibernate, etc.).
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Strong understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Experience designing, building and testing Java EE applications.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java and Spring Boot; experience with microservices.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Soft Skills

• Effective listening, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong ability to analyze and solve problems and suggest solutions.
• Strong appetite for continuous learning.
• Dynamic, proactive sense of initiative.
• Interpersonal skills to work with various cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

Additional Information

Work‑life balance: Hybrid working mode, 18 days of annual leave.

• Health & insurance: Comprehensive coverage including General Practitioner, hospitalization, dental, and optical.
• Performance incentives: Annual bonus based on individual performance.
• Learning & development: Training programs, certification opportunities, and training incentives to support career growth.
• Team culture: Regular team‑building activities and social events.