Senior Java Backend Developer

We are looking for a Senior Java Backend Developer to own the software development life cycle, from planning and prioritisation through to testing and release, and to build and maintain functional, secure, high-quality Java applications while providing technical leadership to junior developers.

Key responsibilities:

Design, develop and maintain high-performance, scalable Java backend applications

Own the SDLC: gather system and user requirements, build Java modules, and test features before release

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design and ship new features

Write clean, maintainable, efficient code following best practices and industry standards

Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and share knowledge

Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in a timely, efficient manner

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers

Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes, tools and methodologies

Work with product managers, designers and stakeholders to translate requirements into high-quality solutions

Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology or a related field

Proven experience as a Senior Java Backend Developer or in a similar role

Strong proficiency in Java / Java EE and related frameworks (Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate)

Experience designing, building and testing microservices and RESTful APIs

Solid grasp of software development principles, design patterns and best practices

Proficiency in SQL and relational databases (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL)

Experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines

Familiarity with containerisation (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)

Good to have:

Domain knowledge in private banking / wealth management or financial services

Soft skills:

Strong communication, listening and presentation skills

Analytical, structured problem-solving

Proactive and dynamic, with a strong sense of initiative and appetite for continuous learning

Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment